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Salmeter is a prescription medicine that is available as a Inhaler. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma. Other than this, Salmeter has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Salmeter depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Salmeter include Shortness of Breath. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Salmeter can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Salmeter are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Salmeter's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Salmeter has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Salmeter related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Salmeter are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Salmeter may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Salmeter is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Salmeter is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Salmeter is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Salmeter safe for pregnant women?
Salmeter can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Salmeter right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Salmeter safe during breastfeeding?
Salmeter can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Salmeter on the Kidneys?
Salmeter has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Salmeter on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Salmeter. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Salmeter on the Heart?
Salmeter may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Salmeter should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Salmeter unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salmeter habit forming or addictive?
Salmeter is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Salmeter as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Salmeter should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Salmeter cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Salmeter
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Salmeter together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salmeter
Information about the interaction of Salmeter and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Serevent Diskus (salmeterol xinafoate)
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