Metered Dose Inhalers/Evohalers

Uses

Handling

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Uses

How should I take or use Metered Dose Inhalers/Evohalers?

You have been prescribed with:

-Salbutamol 100mcg Inhaler (200s) (Reliever)

-Ipratropium 20mcg Inhaler (200s)

-Fluticasone Propionate 50mcg Evohaler (120s)

-Fluticasone Propionate 125mcg Evohaler (120s)

-*Seretide® Evohaler 25/50mcg (120s)

-*Seretide® Evohaler 25/125mcg (120s)

-*Seretide® Evohaler 25/250mcg (120s)

-Beclomethasone 250mcg inhaler (200s)

-Beclomethasone 50mcg inhaler (200s)

*Each metered dose contains: 25 micrograms of salmeterol and 50, 125 or 250 micrograms of fluticasone propionate

Use metered-dose inhalers with a spacer, whenever possible, for better drug delivery.

STEP 9: Clean inhaler mouthpiece with a dry tissue and replace the cap.

Handling

How should I store Metered Dose Inhalers/Evohalers?

Keep away from children
Keep in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight
Store at room temperature

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What else should I know about Metered Dose Inhalers/Evohalers?

Special instructions:

Before using the inhaler for the first time or if the inhaler has not been used for several days, release 2 puffs into the air to prime it and make sure it works.
Rinse or gargle with water after using the controller inhaler to prevent oral thrush.
If both controller and reliever are required to be used at the same time, always use the reliever (salbutamol) first.
You should keep a record of the number of doses you have used up to ensure that you have sufficient amount of this medication before your next doctor's appointment. For Seretide®, there is a dose counter on the inhaler.

Disclaimers

Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.

This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System, and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity, and Watsons), and the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.