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Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI, Pack of 1 AEROSOL
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Composition :

SALMETEROL-25MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type :

INHALATION

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About Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI is a respiratory medication primarily used to treat and prevent asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) like bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes) and emphysema (shortness of breath). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI contains ‘Salmeterol’ belongs to the class of bronchodilators. It is a long-acting beta-agonist that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI makes breathing easier by widening the airways. It helps to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children. If you use Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI for asthma, you must use it together with an inhaled steroid medicine for long-term asthma control.

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI is for inhalation only. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to take Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headaches, sore throat, sneezing, stuffy nose, restlessness, low fever, palpitations, and muscle cramps. Most of these side effects of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not use Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI to treat sudden severe symptoms of asthma or as a rescue inhaler. If you are allergic to Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI. Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI is not recommended for children below four years of age. Use of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI may worsen asthma symptoms in some patients. If you experience severe difficulty breathing, please consult a doctor immediately so that alternative medicine may be prescribed. Bronchodilators like Salmeterol can cause hypokalemia. Hence regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended. Please check with your doctor if you are taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Brief your medical history if you have heart, liver, kidney diseases, high blood pressure, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), aneurysm (swelling of an artery) and diabetes before taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI.

Uses of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI

Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchitis and Emphysema

Directions for Use

Inhaler: Hold the inhaler with the mouthpiece downwards. Put the mouthpiece between your teeth and seal the lips around it. Then, press down the inhaler once to release the medication. Breathe in slowly and hold your breath for 5 to 10 seconds. Breathe out slowly. Repeat the process until you have inhaled the number of puffs prescribed by the doctor.Rotacaps: Rotacap is a capsule with powdered medication placed in Rotahaler. It is for inhalation only. Do not swallow the capsule. Rotahaler is a plastic inhalation device that releases the medication when you breathe. The capsule should be placed at the base of the rotahaler, and completely twist the mouthpiece until you hear a click sound. Then, breathe in through the mouthpiece deeply and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Remove the device and breathe out normally.

Medicinal Benefits

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI contains ‘Salmeterol’, a bronchodilator used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma or exercise-induced bronchospasm and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Besides this, Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI improves pulmonary function and effectively treats and prevents the worsening of emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes). Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI is a long-acting β2 agonist and bronchodilator. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways. If you use Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI for asthma, you must use it together with an inhaled steroid medicine for long-term asthma control.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI
  • Include omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, ground flax, flaxseed oil, and walnuts.
  • Consume calcium-rich dairy products for bone health.
  • Eat green and leafy vegetables for essential nutrients.
  • Include lean protein sources like eggs and whole grains.
  • Use herbs and spices for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Choose fortified foods for extra nutritional benefits.
  • Get plenty of sleep for overall health and well-being.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the steps to manage Joint Pain caused by medication usage:
  • Please inform your doctor about joint pain symptoms, as they may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Your doctor may prescribe common pain relievers if necessary to treat joint discomfort.
  • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key to relieving joint discomfort. Regular exercise, such as low-impact sports like walking, cycling, or swimming, should be combined with a well-balanced diet. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to assist your body in repairing and rebuilding tissue.
  • Applying heat or cold packs to the affected joint can help reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Please track when joint pain occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • If your joint pain is severe or prolonged, consult a doctor to rule out any underlying disorders that may require treatment.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Avoid trigger foods that can cause allergic reactions, such as nuts, shellfish, or dairy products.
  • Keep a food diary to track potential food allergens.
  • Include omega-3 rich foods like salmon and walnuts to reduce inflammation.
  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing made from soft fabrics like cotton.
  • Apply cool compresses or take cool baths to reduce itching.
  • Use gentle soaps and avoid harsh skin products.
  • Reduce stress through relaxation techniques like meditation or deep breathing.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • High levels of liver enzymes need immediate medical attention.
  • Watch your diet and consume low-fat foods, like green leafy vegetables, fish, whole grains, nuts, etc.
  • Regularly do strengthening exercises to control your cholesterol levels.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol as it can affect your liver.
  • Focus on losing weight as it can help control cholesterol and maintain liver enzymes.
  • Practice yoga and meditation to improve liver functioning and overall health.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI. Do not stop taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI of your own unless advised by your doctor. Please do not use Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI to treat sudden severe symptoms of asthma or as a rescue inhaler. Before taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI, let your doctor know if have a history of heart, liver, kidney diseases, high blood pressure, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), diabetes, seizures (fits) and thyroid disorder. Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood), therefore should be used with caution in patients with hypokalaemia to prevent any cardiovascular effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SalmeterolIndinavir
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SalmeterolBoceprevir
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SalmeterolIndinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
Indinavir may significantly increase the blood levels of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI. High blood levels of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI with Indinavir together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalmeterolBoceprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
Co-administration of Boceprevir and Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI together can increase the irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI and Boceprevir together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalmeterolTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
Telithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI. High blood levels of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI and Telithromycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
SalmeterolTimolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
Co-administration of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI with Timolol can decrease the action of both the medications, can increase the risk or severity of side effects including increased risk of asthma, breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI and timolol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalmeterolRibociclib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
When Ribociclib is taken with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI, it can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm. If you suffer from any cardiac conditions, or electrolyte disturbances (such as magnesium or potassium deficiency brought on by severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting), you may be at higher risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI and Ribociclib, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalmeterolPenbutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
The combined use of Penbutolol and Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can decrease the effect of both Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI and Penbutolol. It may also increase the risk of severe asthma attacks or breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI with Penbutolol can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
SalmeterolNadolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
Coadministration of Nadolol with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can reduce the action of both the medications. It may also increase the risk of severe asthma attacks or breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI and Nadolol together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalmeterolDarunavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
Darunavir may significantly increase the blood levels of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI. High blood levels of Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Darunavir and Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalmeterolTelaprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
Co-administration of Telaprevir and Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI with Telaprevir together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalmeterolFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI:
The combined use of Fosamprenavir and Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI and Fosamprenavir, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI.
  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust and food items that make your asthma severe.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

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FAQs

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma attacks and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI consists of Salmeterol (bronchodilator) that relaxes the airway's muscles and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI contains 'Salmeterol', which can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence therapy with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI is cautiously administered in patients with diabetes. Please monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly.

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI is not recommended for children below 4 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. However, please consult a doctor before using Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI in children.

No, you are not recommended to take atenolol with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI as it may reduce both the medicine's effectiveness. Also, atenolol may trigger asthma attacks or worsen breathing problems by narrowing airways. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI.

Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI contains 'Salmeterol' is a Bronchodilator, may decrease the potassium levels in your body, therefore should be used with caution. Please consult your doctor before taking Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI since low potassium levels can lead to other cardiovascular problems in patients with hypokalaemia.

No, Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI does not relieve sudden asthma attacks. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.

Yes, Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI may cause fungal infections in mouth and throat, rinse your mouth wit water after each use to prevent any infections.

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Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while using Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI since bronchodilators like Salmeterol can cause low blood glucose levels.
  • Consult your diabetologist if you have diabetes before using Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI so that your insulin or other diabetic medication can be adjusted accordingly to maintain your blood sugar levels.
  • It is advised to undergo a blood examination to check on your potassium levels since Serobid Inhaler 120 MDI can cause low potassium levels in the blood (hypokalaemia).

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. The asthma symptoms include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than two times a week and up to 4 nights in a month, whereas, in the case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. 

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).

Emphysema: It is a lung condition that causes shortness of breath.

Chronic Bronchitis: A lung disease associated with inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs.

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