Drug reference
fluticasone-salmeterol
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Drug class
Respiratory (Combination(Respiratory))
Mechanism of action
Fluticasone: Trifluorinated corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory activity. Salmeterol: Selective LABA; increase cAMP levels causing bronchial smooth muscle relaxation.
Common side effects
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Pharyngitis
- Headache
Known interactions (3)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is fluticasone-salmeterol?
fluticasone-salmeterol belongs to: Respiratory.
How does fluticasone-salmeterol work?
Fluticasone: Trifluorinated corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory activity. Salmeterol: Selective LABA; increase cAMP levels causing bronchial smooth muscle relaxation.
What are the common side effects of fluticasone-salmeterol?
Upper respiratory tract infection, Pharyngitis, Headache
Which drugs interact with fluticasone-salmeterol?
isocarboxazid, phenelzine, linezolid
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