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[O]f these dangerous side effects, Advair, manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, is considered to be a defective drug. GlaxoSmithKline is negligent because it failed to properly inform patients and physicians of these dangerous side effects and, as a result, is liable to victims who have been injured by this dangerous drug. Individuals who have been injured by Advair may receive compensation for their injuries.
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Advair is a popular medicine that is ... generically known under the name of Seretide. This medicine is known to prevent the release of several substances that are able to sometimes cause inflammation in the patient’s organism. This medicine can also improve the patient’s breathing and relax his or her airway muscles.
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Advair information ... states that patients should speak with their health professional about their full medical history before commencing treatment. Patients who have or have had any of the following should discuss their condition with their health care provider: any type of infection, previous allergic reaction to similar medicines, seizure disorder, glaucoma, diabetes, tuberculosis, thyroid problems, or liver disease. Certain medications may also alter the effect of Advair on the body. Therefore all current and recent medication use should also be discussed with your health care provider.
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Follow the directions for using Advair provided by your doctor. Advair comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Refer to the illustrated directions provided for instruction on the correct use of this device. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about Advair. Always activate and use this device in a level, horizontal position.
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Advair is available in 3 or 4 dosage strengths, depending on the patient's country, as a DPI (dry powder inhaler). The smallest dosage is 100mcg/50mcg, the intermediate dosage is 250mcg/50mcg and the highest dosage is 500/50.
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An FDA advisory committee met in July 2005 to decide if Advair should remain on the market. Advair is the brand name drug combining fluticasone and salmeterol to prevent wheezing, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties caused by asthma. Made by GlaxoSmithKline, Advair contains the same drug - salmeterol - that is found alone in another Glaxo asthma drug called Serevent. Concerns have risen regarding the use of Advair because the FDA said a small number of patients have had severe asthma exacerbations.
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