Product Description
Mistovate-S 250 by Healthgate is a prescription combination inhaler used for the daily management and control of persistent asthma or COPD symptoms. It is a pressurized metered-dose inhaler (pMDI) that combines an inhaled corticosteroid to reduce airway inflammation with a long-acting bronchodilator to keep airways open and improve breathing. This dual-action therapy is intended for regular, long-term maintenance treatment.
Product Composition:
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Active Ingredients: Salmeterol and Fluticasone Propionate (I.P.)
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Strength: 250 mcg (total combined strength of active ingredients per puff).
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Doses: 120 Metered Doses (120 puffs).
Summary: Mistovate-S 250 is a combination maintenance inhaler used to control chronic symptoms of asthma or COPD. It provides both anti-inflammatory and long-lasting bronchodilator effects, working to improve lung function and prevent attacks when used daily. It is not designed for the immediate relief of a sudden asthma attack.
Pros:
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Dual Therapy in One: Combines two complementary types of medicines, potentially simplifying a patient’s treatment regimen.
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Symptom Prevention: Effective in preventing asthma attacks and daily COPD symptoms by targeting both airway swelling and tightening.
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Controlled Dosing: Pressurized device can deliver multiple measured doses for consistent treatment over time.
Cons:
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Not a Rescue Inhaler: It will not provide immediate relief during a sudden, severe asthma attack. A separate, short-acting rescue inhaler is always required.
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Technique Dependent: Correct inhalation technique is essential to ensure effective drug delivery. Proper coordination is required to press and inhale simultaneously.
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Risk of Oral Thrush: Contains a corticosteroid, which increases the chance of a fungal infection in the mouth. Mouth rinsing after use is essential.
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Common Side Effects: Side effects may include throat irritation, hoarseness, coughing, headache, or palpitations.
How to Use
Do not skip doses; use this inhaler exactly as your doctor prescribed, typically twice a day.
Basic steps for using a pressurized metered-dose inhaler:
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Prepare: Remove the cap from the mouthpiece. Shake the inhaler well for 5-10 seconds before use.
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Test Spray: If the inhaler is new or has not been used for several days, release one or two test sprays into the air.
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Breathe Out: Breathe out as completely as possible, away from the inhaler.
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Seal lips and Inhale: Place the mouthpiece in your mouth between your teeth and close your lips tightly around it. Breathe in slowly through your mouth. Immediately after you begin to breathe in, press down firmly once on the top of the canister.
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Hold Your Breath: Continue breathing in slowly until your lungs are full. Remove the inhaler from your mouth. Hold your breath for about 10 seconds, or for as long as is comfortable.
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Exhale and Rinse: Breathe out slowly. Replace the cap. After your required dose, rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after each use. This is crucial to prevent throat irritation and oral thrush. Do not swallow the water.
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Repeat (if prescribed): If your doctor prescribed more than one puff, wait about 1 minute before repeating steps 3 through 6. Shake the inhaler again before the next puff.
