salmeterol/fluticasone inhaled (Rx)

Brand and Other Names:Advair Diskus, Advair HFA, more...AirDuo RespiClick, Wixela Inhub, AirDuo Digihaler

Dosing & Uses

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Dosage Forms & Strengths

salmeterol/fluticasone inhaled

powder for inhalation (Wixela Inhub or Advair Diskus)

  • (50mcg/100mcg)/actuation
  • (50mcg/250mcg)/actuation
  • (50mcg/500mcg)/actuation

powder for inhalation (AirDuo RespiClick,AirDuo Digihaler)

  • (14mcg/55mcg)/actuation
  • (14mcg/113mcg)/actuation
  • (14mcg/232mcg)/actuation

aerosol for inhalation (Advair HFA)

  • (21mcg/45mcg)/actuation
  • (21mcg/115mcg)/actuation
  • (21mcg/230mcg)/actuation

Asthma

Inhaled powder (Advair Diskus or generic): 1 actuation PO q12hr; not to exceed 1 actuation of 50 mcg/500 mcg q12hr; do not use with a spacer

Inhaled powder (AirDuo RespiClick, AirDuo Digihaler): 1 actuation PO q12hr; not to exceed 1 actuation of 14 mcg/232 mcg q12hr; do not use with a spacer or volume holding chamber

Inhaled aerosol (Advair HFA): 2 actuations PO q12hr; not to exceed 2 actuations of 21 mcg/230 mcg q12hr

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Inhaled powder (Advair Diskus or generic): 1 actuation of 50 mcg/250 mcg PO q12hr

Dosing Considerations

Inhaled powder: If dyspnea occurs between doses, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients may take inhaled short-acting beta agonist (SABA) for immediate relief

Asthma

  • For maintenance therapy; not for acute bronchospasm
  • Starting dosage is based on prior asthma therapy and disease severity

Exophthalmos (Orphan)

Treatment of symptomatic exophthalmos associated with thyroid-related eye disease

Orphan sponsor

  • Lithera, Inc, 9191 Towne Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92122

Dosage Forms & Strengths

salmeterol/fluticasone inhaled

powder for inhalation (Wixela Inhub or Advair Diskus)

  • (50mcg/100mcg)/actuation
  • (50mcg/250mcg)/actuation
  • (50mcg/500mcg)/actuation

powder for inhalation (AirDuo RespiClick, AirDuo Digihaler)

  • (14mcg/55mcg)/actuation
  • (14mcg/113mcg)/actuation
  • (14mcg/232mcg)/actuation

aerosol for inhalation (Advair HFA)

  • (21mcg/45mcg)/actuation
  • (21mcg/115mcg)/actuation
  • (21mcg/230mcg)/actuation

Asthma

Inhaled powder (Advair Diskus)

  • <4 years: Safety and efficacy not established
  • 4-11 years: 1 actuation of 50 mcg/100 mcg PO q12hr
  • ≥12 years: 1 actuation PO q12hr (initial dose determined by asthma severity); not to exceed 1 actuation of 50 mcg/500 mcg q12hr
  • Do not use with spacer

Inhaled powder (AirDuo RespiClick, AirDuo Digihaler)

  • <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
  • ≥12 years: 1 actuation PO q12hr; not to exceed 1 actuation of 14 mcg/232 mcg q12hr
  • Do not use with a spacer or volume holding chamber

Inhaled aerosol (Advair HFA)

  • <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
  • ≥12 years: 2 actuations PO q12hr (initial dose determined by asthma severity); not to exceed 2 actuations of 21 mcg/230 mcg q12hr

Dosing Considerations

Asthma

  • For maintenance therapy; not for acute bronchospasm
  • Starting dosage is based on prior asthma therapy and disease severity
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            Contraindicated (7)

            • darunavir

              darunavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Potential for increased toxicity. .

            • fosamprenavir

              fosamprenavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Potential for increased toxicity. .

            • indinavir

              indinavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Potential for increased toxicity. .

            • lefamulin

              lefamulin will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Lefamulin is contraindicated with CYP3A substrates know to prolong the QT interval.

            • lopinavir

              lopinavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Potential for increased toxicity.

            • nelfinavir

              nelfinavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Potential for increased toxicity. .

            • ritonavir

              ritonavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Potential for increased toxicity.

            Serious - Use Alternative (36)

            • abametapir

              abametapir will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. For 2 weeks after abametapir application, avoid taking drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates. If not feasible, avoid use of abametapir.

              abametapir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. For 2 weeks after abametapir application, avoid taking drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates. If not feasible, avoid use of abametapir.

            • amisulpride

              amisulpride and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. ECG monitoring is recommended if coadministered.

            • apalutamide

              apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.

            • amitriptyline

              amitriptyline, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • amoxapine

              amoxapine, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • apalutamide

              apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.

            • ceritinib

              ceritinib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • chloramphenicol

              chloramphenicol will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • chloroquine

              chloroquine and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • clomipramine

              clomipramine, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • cobicistat

              cobicistat increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration not recommended; may result in increased cardiovascular effects associated with salmeterol, including QT prolongation, palpitations, and sinus tachycardia.

            • desipramine

              desipramine, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • doxepin

              doxepin, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • fexinidazole

              fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.

              fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.

              fexinidazole and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of fexinidazole with drugs known to block potassium channels or prolong QT interval.

            • idelalisib

              idelalisib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Idelalisib is a strong CYP3A inhibitor; avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates

            • ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC)

              ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC) will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may reduce serum cortisol concentrations; alternative corticosteroids should be considered, particularly for long term use

            • imipramine

              imipramine, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • isocarboxazid

              isocarboxazid increases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Risk of acute hypertensive episode.

            • itraconazole

              itraconazole will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

              itraconazole and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • ivosidenib

              ivosidenib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with ivosidenib or replace with alternative therapies. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of these drugs.

            • ketoconazole

              ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • levoketoconazole

              levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • linezolid

              linezolid increases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Risk of acute hypertensive episode.

            • lofepramine

              lofepramine, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • lonafarnib

              lonafarnib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates. If coadministration unavoidable, monitor for adverse reactions and reduce CYP3A substrate dose in accordance with product labeling.

            • maprotiline

              maprotiline, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • mefloquine

              mefloquine increases toxicity of salmeterol by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Mefloquine may enhance the QTc prolonging effect of high risk QTc prolonging agents.

            • nefazodone

              nefazodone will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • nirmatrelvir

              nirmatrelvir will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may increase risk of cardiovascular adverse events associated with salmeterol, including QT prolongation, palpitations, and sinus tachycardia.

            • nirmatrelvir/ritonavir

              nirmatrelvir/ritonavir will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may increase risk of cardiovascular adverse events associated with salmeterol, including QT prolongation, palpitations, and sinus tachycardia.

            • nortriptyline

              nortriptyline, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            • ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC)

              ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC) will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Concurrent administration of Viekira Pak and salmeterol is not recommended; coadministration may result in increased risk of cardiovascular adverse events associated with salmeterol, including QT prolongation, palpitations and sinus tachycardia

            • panobinostat

              salmeterol and panobinostat both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Panobinostat is known to significantly prolong QT interval. Panobinostat prescribing information states use with drugs known to prolong QTc is not recommended.

            • phenelzine

              phenelzine increases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Risk of acute hypertensive episode.

            • primidone

              primidone will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • protriptyline

              protriptyline, salmeterol. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Tricyclic antidepressants increase or decrease effects of sympathomimetics, by blocking reuptake of NE, or blocking uptake of indirect sympathomimetics into the adrenergic neuron.

            Monitor Closely (301)

            • acebutolol

              acebutolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              acebutolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • aceclofenac

              aceclofenac increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • acemetacin

              acemetacin increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • albuterol

              albuterol and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              albuterol and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              albuterol and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • alfentanil

              alfentanil increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • alfuzosin

              alfuzosin and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • alprazolam

              alprazolam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • amiloride

              amiloride increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • amitriptyline

              amitriptyline increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • amobarbital

              amobarbital increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • amoxapine

              amoxapine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • arformoterol

              arformoterol and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              arformoterol and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              arformoterol and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • aripiprazole

              aripiprazole increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • armodafinil

              salmeterol and armodafinil both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • aspirin

              aspirin increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • aspirin rectal

              aspirin rectal increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. .

            • aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate

              aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • atazanavir

              atazanavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

              atazanavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Potential for increased toxicity. Use alternatives if available. Increased risk of systemic effects.

            • atenolol

              atenolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              atenolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • carbamazepine

              carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • atomoxetine

              salmeterol, atomoxetine. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Exercise caution if beta-agonists and atomoxetine are coadministered. Interaction may be less likely with inhaled beta-agonists versus those given systemically. .

            • azelastine

              azelastine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • belladonna and opium

              belladonna and opium increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • bendroflumethiazide

              salmeterol and bendroflumethiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • benperidol

              benperidol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • benzphetamine

              salmeterol and benzphetamine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and benzphetamine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • betaxolol

              betaxolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              betaxolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • bisoprolol

              bisoprolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              bisoprolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • brompheniramine

              brompheniramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • bumetanide

              salmeterol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • buprenorphine buccal

              buprenorphine buccal increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • butabarbital

              butabarbital increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • butalbital

              butalbital increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • butorphanol

              butorphanol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • caffeine

              salmeterol and caffeine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • carbenoxolone

              salmeterol and carbenoxolone both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • carbinoxamine

              carbinoxamine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • carvedilol

              carvedilol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              carvedilol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • celecoxib

              celecoxib increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • celiprolol

              celiprolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              celiprolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • cenobamate

              cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.

              cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.

            • ceritinib

              ceritinib will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • chloral hydrate

              chloral hydrate increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • chlordiazepoxide

              chlordiazepoxide increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • chlorothiazide

              salmeterol and chlorothiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • chlorpheniramine

              chlorpheniramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • chlorpromazine

              chlorpromazine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • chlorthalidone

              salmeterol and chlorthalidone both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • choline magnesium trisalicylate

              choline magnesium trisalicylate increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. .

            • cinnarizine

              cinnarizine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • citalopram

              citalopram and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • clarithromycin

              clarithromycin and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

              clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

              clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • clemastine

              clemastine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • cobicistat

              cobicistat increases levels of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • clomipramine

              clomipramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • clonazepam

              clonazepam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • clorazepate

              clorazepate increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • clozapine

              clozapine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              clozapine and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • codeine

              codeine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • conivaptan

              conivaptan will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

              conivaptan will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • crizotinib

              crizotinib and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • darunavir

              darunavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • cyclizine

              cyclizine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • cyclopenthiazide

              salmeterol and cyclopenthiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • cyproheptadine

              cyproheptadine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dabrafenib

              dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • dasatinib

              dasatinib and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • deflazacort

              salmeterol and deflazacort both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • degarelix

              degarelix and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • desipramine

              desipramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • deutetrabenazine

              deutetrabenazine and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. At the maximum recommended dose, deutetrabenazine does not prolong QT interval to a clinically relevant extent. Certain circumstances may increase risk of torsade de pointes and/or sudden death in association with drugs that prolong the QTc interval (eg, bradycardia, hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia, coadministration with other drugs that prolong QTc interval, presence of congenital QT prolongation).

            • dexchlorpheniramine

              dexchlorpheniramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dexfenfluramine

              salmeterol and dexfenfluramine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and dexfenfluramine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dexmedetomidine

              dexmedetomidine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dexmethylphenidate

              salmeterol and dexmethylphenidate both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and dexmethylphenidate both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dextroamphetamine

              salmeterol and dextroamphetamine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and dextroamphetamine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dextromoramide

              dextromoramide increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • diamorphine

              diamorphine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dichlorphenamide

              dichlorphenamide and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • diclofenac

              diclofenac increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • diethylpropion

              salmeterol and diethylpropion both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and diethylpropion both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • difenoxin hcl

              difenoxin hcl increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • diflunisal

              diflunisal increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • digoxin

              digoxin increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dimenhydrinate

              dimenhydrinate increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • diphenhydramine

              diphenhydramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • diphenoxylate hcl

              diphenoxylate hcl increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dipipanone

              dipipanone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dobutamine

              dobutamine and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              dobutamine and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              dobutamine and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dolasetron

              dolasetron and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • donepezil

              donepezil and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dopamine

              salmeterol and dopamine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and dopamine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • dopexamine

              dopexamine and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              dopexamine and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              dopexamine and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

              dopexamine, salmeterol. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • doxepin

              doxepin increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              doxepin and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • droperidol

              droperidol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • drospirenone

              drospirenone increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • duvelisib

              duvelisib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with duvelisib increases AUC of a sensitive CYP3A4 substrate which may increase the risk of toxicities of these drugs. Consider reducing the dose of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate and monitor for signs of toxicities of the coadministered sensitive CYP3A substrate.

            • efavirenz

              efavirenz and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • elagolix

              elagolix decreases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed.

            • elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF

              elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

              elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Cobicistat is a CYP3A4 inhibitor; contraindicated with CYP3A4 substrates for which elevated plasma concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening events.

            • encorafenib

              encorafenib, salmeterol. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Encorafenib both inhibits and induces CYP3A4 at clinically relevant plasma concentrations. Coadministration of encorafenib with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates may result in increased toxicity or decreased efficacy of these agents.

              encorafenib and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • fedratinib

              fedratinib will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.

            • entrectinib

              entrectinib and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ephedrine

              ephedrine and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              ephedrine and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              ephedrine and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • epinephrine

              epinephrine and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              epinephrine and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              epinephrine and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • epinephrine racemic

              epinephrine racemic and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              epinephrine racemic and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              epinephrine racemic and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • eribulin

              eribulin and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • esmolol

              esmolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              esmolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • estazolam

              estazolam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ethacrynic acid

              salmeterol and ethacrynic acid both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ethanol

              ethanol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • etodolac

              etodolac increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • fedratinib

              fedratinib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.

            • fenfluramine

              salmeterol and fenfluramine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and fenfluramine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • fenoprofen

              fenoprofen increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • fingolimod

              fingolimod and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • fluoxetine

              fluoxetine and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Fluoxetine prolongs the QT interval; the prescribing information for fluoxetine recommends avoiding concurrent use of other drugs that may prolong the QT interval; risk may be increased with higher doses and/or when associated with hypokalemia; drugs that prolong the QTc interval may potentiate the effects of beta2 agonists on the cardiovascular system

            • fluphenazine

              fluphenazine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • flurazepam

              flurazepam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • flurbiprofen

              flurbiprofen increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • formoterol

              formoterol and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              formoterol and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              formoterol and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • fosamprenavir

              fosamprenavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • fosphenytoin

              fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • fostemsavir

              salmeterol and fostemsavir both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. QTc prolongation reported with higher than recommended doses of fostemsavir.

            • furosemide

              salmeterol and furosemide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • gemifloxacin

              gemifloxacin and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • gentamicin

              salmeterol and gentamicin both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • gilteritinib

              gilteritinib and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • grapefruit

              grapefruit will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • green tea

              green tea increases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Due to caffeine content. Combination may increase CNS stimulatory effects due to caffeine in green tea.

            • haloperidol

              haloperidol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • hydrochlorothiazide

              salmeterol and hydrochlorothiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • hydromorphone

              hydromorphone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • hydroxyzine

              hydroxyzine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ibuprofen

              ibuprofen increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ibuprofen IV

              ibuprofen IV increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • idelalisib

              idelalisib will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • iloperidone

              iloperidone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              iloperidone increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Iloperidone is a time-dependent CYP3A inhibitor and may lead to increased plasma levels of drugs predominantly eliminated by CYP3A4.

            • imatinib

              imatinib will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • imipramine

              imipramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • indapamide

              salmeterol and indapamide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • indinavir

              indinavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • indomethacin

              indomethacin increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • isoniazid

              isoniazid will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • isoproterenol

              isoproterenol and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              isoproterenol and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              isoproterenol and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • istradefylline

              istradefylline will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.

              istradefylline will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.

            • itraconazole

              itraconazole will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • ketoprofen

              ketoprofen increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ketoconazole

              ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • ketorolac

              ketorolac increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ketorolac intranasal

              ketorolac intranasal increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. .

            • ketotifen, ophthalmic

              ketotifen, ophthalmic increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • labetalol

              labetalol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              labetalol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lenvatinib

              salmeterol and lenvatinib both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Lenvatinib prescribing information recommends monitoring ECG closely when coadministered with QT prolonging drugs.

            • letermovir

              letermovir increases levels of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

              letermovir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • levalbuterol

              levalbuterol and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              levalbuterol and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              levalbuterol and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • levoketoconazole

              levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • levorphanol

              levorphanol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lisdexamfetamine

              salmeterol and lisdexamfetamine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and lisdexamfetamine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lofepramine

              lofepramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lofexidine

              lofexidine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lopinavir

              lopinavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • loprazolam

              loprazolam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lorazepam

              lorazepam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lormetazepam

              lormetazepam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lornoxicam

              lornoxicam increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • loxapine

              loxapine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • loxapine inhaled

              loxapine inhaled increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • maprotiline

              maprotiline increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • marijuana

              marijuana increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • meclofenamate

              meclofenamate increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • mefenamic acid

              mefenamic acid increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • melatonin

              melatonin increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • meloxicam

              meloxicam increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • meperidine

              meperidine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • meprobamate

              meprobamate increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • metaproterenol

              metaproterenol and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              metaproterenol and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              metaproterenol and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • methadone

              methadone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • methamphetamine

              salmeterol and methamphetamine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and methamphetamine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • methyclothiazide

              salmeterol and methyclothiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • methylenedioxymethamphetamine

              salmeterol and methylenedioxymethamphetamine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and methylenedioxymethamphetamine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • methylphenidate

              salmeterol and methylphenidate both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • metolazone

              salmeterol and metolazone both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • metoprolol

              metoprolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              metoprolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • midazolam

              midazolam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • midodrine

              salmeterol and midodrine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and midodrine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • mifepristone

              mifepristone will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

              mifepristone will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • mirtazapine

              mirtazapine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • mitotane

              mitotane will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • mitotane

              mitotane decreases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Mitotane is a strong inducer of cytochrome P-4503A4; monitor when coadministered with CYP3A4 substrates for possible dosage adjustments.

            • modafinil

              salmeterol and modafinil both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • morphine

              morphine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • motherwort

              motherwort increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • moxonidine

              moxonidine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • nabilone

              nabilone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • nabumetone

              nabumetone increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • nadolol

              nadolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              nadolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • nalbuphine

              nalbuphine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • naproxen

              naproxen increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • nebivolol

              nebivolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              nebivolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • nefazodone

              nefazodone will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • nelfinavir

              nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • nicardipine

              nicardipine will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • nirmatrelvir

              nirmatrelvir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration may increase certain systemic corticosteroid concentrations. Increased risk for Cushing syndrome and adrenal suppression. Consider alternant corticosteroids, including beclomethasone and prednisolone).

            • nirmatrelvir/ritonavir

              nirmatrelvir/ritonavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration may increase certain systemic corticosteroid concentrations. Increased risk for Cushing syndrome and adrenal suppression. Consider alternant corticosteroids, including beclomethasone and prednisolone).

            • norepinephrine

              norepinephrine and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              norepinephrine and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              norepinephrine and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • nortriptyline

              nortriptyline increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ofatumumab SC

              ofatumumab SC, fluticasone inhaled. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider the risk of additive immune system effects when coadministering immunosuppressive therapies with coadministration. When switching from therapies with immune effects, take into account the duration and mechanism of action of these therapies when initiating ofatumumab SC.

            • olanzapine

              olanzapine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • olodaterol inhaled

              salmeterol and olodaterol inhaled both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution with coadministration of adrenergic drugs by any route because of additive sympathetic effects

            • opium tincture

              opium tincture increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • osilodrostat

              osilodrostat and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • oxaprozin

              oxaprozin increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • oxazepam

              oxazepam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • oxycodone

              oxycodone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • oxymorphone

              oxymorphone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • paliperidone

              paliperidone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • papaveretum

              papaveretum increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • parecoxib

              parecoxib increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • penbutolol

              penbutolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              penbutolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • pentazocine

              pentazocine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • pentobarbital

              pentobarbital increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • perphenazine

              perphenazine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phendimetrazine

              salmeterol and phendimetrazine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and phendimetrazine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phenobarbital

              phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

              phenobarbital increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phenoxybenzamine

              phenoxybenzamine, salmeterol. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Hypotension, tachycardia.

            • phenytoin

              phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phentermine

              salmeterol and phentermine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and phentermine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phenylephrine

              salmeterol and phenylephrine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and phenylephrine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phenylephrine PO

              salmeterol and phenylephrine PO both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and phenylephrine PO both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • pholcodine

              pholcodine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • pimozide

              pimozide increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • pindolol

              pindolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              pindolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • pirbuterol

              pirbuterol and salmeterol both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              pirbuterol and salmeterol both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              pirbuterol and salmeterol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • piroxicam

              piroxicam increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • posaconazole

              posaconazole will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

              posaconazole will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • potassium acid phosphate

              potassium acid phosphate increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • quinidine

              quinidine will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • potassium chloride

              potassium chloride increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • potassium citrate

              potassium citrate increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • primidone

              primidone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • procarbazine

              procarbazine increases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • prochlorperazine

              prochlorperazine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • promethazine

              promethazine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • propranolol

              propranolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              propranolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • propylhexedrine

              salmeterol and propylhexedrine both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and propylhexedrine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • protriptyline

              protriptyline increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • pseudoephedrine

              salmeterol and pseudoephedrine both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • quazepam

              quazepam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • quetiapine

              quetiapine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ribociclib

              ribociclib will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • rifabutin

              rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • risperidone

              risperidone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ritonavir

              ritonavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • rucaparib

              rucaparib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.

              rucaparib will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.

            • sacubitril/valsartan

              sacubitril/valsartan increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • saquinavir

              saquinavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • salicylates (non-asa)

              salicylates (non-asa) increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • salsalate

              salsalate increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • saquinavir

              saquinavir increases levels of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Potential for increased toxicity. Increased risk of QT prolongation and cardiac arrhythmias.

            • scullcap

              scullcap increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • secobarbital

              secobarbital increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • serdexmethylphenidate/dexmethylphenidate

              salmeterol and serdexmethylphenidate/dexmethylphenidate both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • shepherd's purse

              shepherd's purse increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate/polyethylene glycol

              salmeterol and sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate/polyethylene glycol both decrease serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • solriamfetol

              salmeterol and solriamfetol both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sotalol

              sotalol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              sotalol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • spironolactone

              spironolactone increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • stiripentol

              stiripentol, fluticasone inhaled. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.

              stiripentol, salmeterol. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.

            • succinylcholine

              succinylcholine increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tazemetostat

              tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sufentanil

              sufentanil increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sulfasalazine

              sulfasalazine increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sulindac

              sulindac increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tapentadol

              tapentadol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tazemetostat

              tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tecovirimat

              tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered.

            • temazepam

              temazepam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • terbutaline

              salmeterol and terbutaline both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and terbutaline both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and terbutaline both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • thioridazine

              thioridazine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • thiothixene

              thiothixene increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • timolol

              timolol increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              timolol decreases effects of salmeterol by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tipranavir

              tipranavir will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • tolfenamic acid

              tolfenamic acid increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tolmetin

              tolmetin increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tolvaptan

              tolvaptan increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • topiramate

              topiramate increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • torsemide

              salmeterol and torsemide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tramadol

              tramadol increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • trastuzumab

              trastuzumab, fluticasone inhaled. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .

            • trastuzumab deruxtecan

              trastuzumab deruxtecan, fluticasone inhaled. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .

            • trazodone

              trazodone increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • triamterene

              triamterene increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • triazolam

              triazolam increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • triclofos

              triclofos increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • trifluoperazine

              trifluoperazine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • trimipramine

              trimipramine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • triprolidine

              triprolidine increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • valbenazine

              valbenazine and salmeterol both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • voriconazole

              voriconazole will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase fluticasone systemic exposure

            • xylometazoline

              salmeterol and xylometazoline both decrease sedation. Use Caution/Monitor.

              salmeterol and xylometazoline both increase sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Use Caution/Monitor.

            Minor (21)

            • acetazolamide

              acetazolamide will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              acetazolamide will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • anastrozole

              anastrozole will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              anastrozole will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • bendroflumethiazide

              salmeterol, bendroflumethiazide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • cyclophosphamide

              cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • bumetanide

              salmeterol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • chlorothiazide

              salmeterol, chlorothiazide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • chlorthalidone

              salmeterol, chlorthalidone. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • cyclopenthiazide

              salmeterol, cyclopenthiazide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • cyclophosphamide

              cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • ethacrynic acid

              salmeterol, ethacrynic acid. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • eucalyptus

              eucalyptus increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • furosemide

              salmeterol, furosemide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • hydrochlorothiazide

              salmeterol, hydrochlorothiazide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • indapamide

              salmeterol, indapamide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • larotrectinib

              larotrectinib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              larotrectinib will increase the level or effect of fluticasone inhaled by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • methyclothiazide

              salmeterol, methyclothiazide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • metolazone

              salmeterol, metolazone. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

            • noni juice

              noni juice increases and salmeterol decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • ribociclib

              ribociclib will increase the level or effect of salmeterol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • sage

              sage increases and salmeterol decreases sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • torsemide

              salmeterol, torsemide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

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            Adverse Effects

            >10%

            Upper respiratory tract infection (21-27%)

            Headache (12-21%)

            Pharyngitis (10-13%)

            1-10%

            Candidiasis, nonspecific site (0-10%)

            Throat irritation (7-9%)

            Musculoskeletal pain (2-9%)

            Bronchitis (2-8%)

            Upper respiratory inflammation (4-7%)

            Viral respiratory infections (4-6%)

            Nausea or vomiting (4-6%)

            Cough (3-6%)

            Sinusitis (4-5%)

            Hoarseness or dysphonia (2-5%)

            Fever (3-4%)

            Diarrhea (2-4%)

            Gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort or pain (1-4%)

            Oral candidiasis (1-4%)

            Muscle cramps or spasms (3%)

            Malaise or fatigue (2-3%)

            Viral GI infections (0-3%)

            Postmarketing Reports

            Cardiac: Arrhythmias, ventricular tachycardia

            Endocrine: Cushing syndrome, cushingoid features, growth velocity reduction in children and adolescents, hyperadrenocorticism

            Eye: Glaucoma, cataracts, blurred vision, and central serous chorioretinopathy

            GI: Abdominal pain, dyspepsia, xerostomia

            Immunologic: Immediate and delayed hypersensitivity reaction, anaphylactic reaction in patients with severe milk protein allergy (very rare)

            Metabolic: Hyperglycemia, weight gain

            Musculoskeletal: Arthralgia, cramps, myositis, osteoporosis

            Neurologic: Paresthesia, restlessness

            Psychiatric: Agitation, aggression, depression, behavioral changes (eg, hyperactivity, irritability; rare and occurring primarily in children)

            Reproductive: Dysmenorrhea

            Respiratory: Congestion, tightness, dyspnea, facial and oropharyngeal edema, immediate bronchospasm, paradoxical bronchospasm, tracheitis, wheezing, upper respiratory symptoms (eg, laryngeal spasm, irritation, or swelling, such as stridor or choking)

            Dermatologic: Ecchymoses, photodermatitis

            Vascular: Pallor

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            Warnings

            Contraindications

            Primary treatment of status asthmaticus or acute episodes of asthma or COPD requiring intensive measures

            Severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins or demonstrated hypersensitivity to fluticasone propionate, salmeterol, or any of the excipients

            Cautions

            Risk of LABAs used as monotherapy

            • Use of LABAs as monotherapy (without inhaled corticosteroids [ICS]) for asthma is associated with an increased risk of asthma-related death
            • Data from controlled clinical trials also suggest that use of LABA as monotherapy increases the risk of asthma-related hospitalization in pediatric and adolescent patient
            • These findings are considered a class effect of LABA monotherapy
            • When LABA are used in fixed-dose combination with ICS, data from large clinical trials do not show a significant increase in the risk of serious asthma-related events (hospitalizations, intubations, death) compared with ICS alone

            Dosing frequency should not exceed q12hr

            Aerosol not recommended when patient is being switched from PO to inhaled corticosteroids

            Risk of localized Candida albicans infections in mouth and pharynx in some patients; when such an infection develops, it should be treated with appropriate local or systemic (ie, oral) antifungal therapy while treatment continues, but at times therapy may need to be interrupted; mouth must be rinsed after dosing to reduce risk

            Monitor COPD patients for signs and symptoms of pneumonia and lung infection

            Risk of more serious or fatal course of chickenpox or measles in susceptible patients (eg, unvaccinated or immunologically unexposed individuals); care must be taken to avoid exposure

            Particular care is needed in switching patients from systemic to inhaled corticosteroids; potentially fatal adrenal insufficiency may occur before or afterward; taper withdrawal gradually by reducing daily prednisone dose by 2.5 mg on weekly basis

            During stress or severe asthma attack, patients who have been withdrawn from systemic corticosteroids should resume PO corticosteroids immediately

            Risk of paradoxical bronchospasm, which may be life-threatening; discontinue, and treat immediately with inhaled SABA

            Cardiovascular and central nervous system (CNS) effects may occur as consequences of excess beta-adrenergic stimulation; may result in asthma-related death; caution is advised in patients with cardiovascular or convulsive disorders or thyrotoxicosis

            Bone mineral density may decrease after long-term administration of corticosteroids; monitor patients at risk

            Should not be used for relief of acute symptoms, like, rescue therapy for treatment of acute episodes of bronchospasm; acute symptoms should be treated with inhaled, short-acting beta2-agonist

            May decrease growth velocity in children; monitor

            Risk of cataracts, glaucoma, and increased intraocular pressure

            Rare cases of vasculitis (Churg-Strauss syndrome) or other systemic eosinophilic conditions may occur

            Use caution in patients with diabetes mellitus; beta2 agonists may increase glucose levels

            Use caution in patients with hepatic impairment; may lead to accumulation of fluticasone in plasma; monitor closely; glaucoma: consider eye exams in chronic users

            Use caution in patients with seizure disorders; beta-agonists may result in CNS stimulation/excitation

            Changes in thyroid status may require dosage adjustments; hyperthyroidism may increase corticosteroids clearance while it may decrease in hypothyroidism

            Prolonged corticosteroid use may increase incidence of secondary infection, mask acute infection, prolong or exacerbate viral infections, or limit response to vaccines

            Corticosteroids may cause psychiatric manifestations, including depression, euphoria, insomnia, mood swings, and personality changes; may also exacerbate preexisting psychiatric conditions

            Laryngeal spasm, irritation and swelling (choking) may occur

            Risk of transient hypokalemia; supplementation may not be required

            Long-acting beta-agonist (LABA) monotherapy increases risk of serious asthma-related events

            Not for use in acutely deteriorating asthma or COPD; not for treatment of acute symptoms

            Potential worsening of infections (eg, existing tuberculosis; fungal, bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections; ocular herpes simplex); use caution in patients with these infections

            Should not be used more often than recommended, at higher doses than recommended, or in conjunction with other medicines containing LABA (eg, salmeterol, formoterol fumarate, arformoterol tartrate, indacaterol) as an overdose may result; clinically significant cardiovascular effects and fatalities reported in association with excessive use of inhaled sympathomimetic drugs; patients receiving therapy should not use another medicine containing a LABA for any reason

            Immunosuppression and risk of infections

            • Persons who are using drugs that suppress the immune system are more susceptible to infections than healthy individuals
            • Chickenpox and measles, for example, can have a more serious or even fatal course in susceptible adolescents or adults using corticosteroids; in such patients who have not had these diseases or who have not been properly immunized, particular care should be taken to avoid exposure
            • How the dose, route and duration of corticosteroid administration affect risk of developing a disseminated infection is not known
            • The contribution of the underlying disease and/or prior corticosteroid treatment to risk is also not known; if a patient is exposed to chickenpox, prophylaxis with varicella-zoster immune globulin (VZIG) or pooled intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) may be indicated
            • If a patient is exposed to measles, prophylaxis with pooled intramuscular immunoglobulin (IG) may be indicated. (See the respective package inserts for complete VZIG and IG prescribing information.)
            • If chickenpox develops, treatment with antiviral agents may be considered; inhaled corticosteroids should be used with caution, if at all, in patients with active or quiescent tuberculosis infections of the respiratory tract; systemic fungal, bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections; or ocular herpes simplex

            Transferring patients from systemic corticosteroid therapy

            • Particular care needed for patients who are transferred from systemically active corticosteroids to inhaled corticosteroids because deaths due to adrenal insufficiency have occurred in patients with asthma during and after transfer from systemic corticosteroids to less systemically available inhaled corticosteroids
            • After withdrawal from systemic corticosteroids, a number of months are required for recovery of hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) function
            • Patients who have been previously maintained on 20 mg or more of prednisone (or its equivalent) may be most susceptible, particularly when their systemic corticosteroids have been almost completely withdrawn
            • During this period of HPA suppression, patients may exhibit signs and symptoms of adrenal insufficiency when exposed to trauma, surgery, or infection (particularly gastroenteritis) or other conditions associated with severe electrolyte loss
            • Although treatment may improve control of asthma symptoms during these episodes, in recommended doses it supplies less than normal physiological amounts of corticosteroid systemically and does not provide the mineralocorticoid activity that is necessary for coping with these emergencies
            • During periods of stress or a severe asthmatic attack, patients who have been withdrawn from systemic corticosteroids should be instructed to resume oral corticosteroids (in large doses) immediately and to contact their physician for further instruction
            • These patients should also be instructed to carry a medical identification warning card indicating that they may need supplementary systemic corticosteroids during periods of stress or a severe asthma attack
            • Patients requiring systemic corticosteroids should be weaned slowly from systemic corticosteroid use after transferring to aerosol formulation or inhaler, Lung function (mean forced expiratory volume in 1 second [FEV1] or morning peak expiratory flow [AM PEF]), beta-agonist use, and asthma symptoms should be carefully monitored during withdrawal of systemic corticosteroids
            • In addition to monitoring asthma signs and symptoms, patients should be observed for signs and symptoms of adrenal insufficiency, such as fatigue, lassitude, weakness, nausea and vomiting, and hypotension
            • Unmasking of allergic conditions resulting from systemic corticosteroid suppression
              • Transfer of patients from systemic corticosteroid therapy may unmask allergic conditions previously suppressed by systemic corticosteroid therapy (eg, rhinitis, conjunctivitis, eczema, arthritis, eosinophilic conditions)
            • Corticosteroid withdrawal symptoms
              • During withdrawal from oral corticosteroids, some patients may experience symptoms of systemically active corticosteroid withdrawal (eg, joint and/or muscular pain, lassitude, depression) despite maintenance or even improvement of respiratory function

            Hypercorticism and adrenal suppression

            • Fluticasone propionate, a component of the aerosol and inhaler formulations, will often help control asthma symptoms with less suppression of HPA function than therapeutically equivalent oral doses of prednisone
            • Since fluticasone propionate is absorbed into the circulation and can be systemically active at higher doses, the beneficial effects in minimizing HPA dysfunction may be expected only when recommended dosages are not exceeded and individual patients are titrated to the lowest effective dose
            • A relationship between plasma levels of fluticasone propionate and inhibitory effects on stimulated cortisol production has been shown after 4 weeks of treatment with fluticasone propionate inhalation aerosol
            • Since individual sensitivity to effects on cortisol production exists, physicians should consider this information when prescribing the drug combinaton
            • Because of possibility of significant systemic absorption of inhaled corticosteroids, patients treated with the combination drug should be observed carefully for any evidence of systemic corticosteroid effects
            • Particular care should be taken in observing patients postoperatively or during periods of stress for evidence of inadequate adrenal response
            • It is possible that systemic corticosteroid effects such as hypercorticism and adrenal suppression (including adrenal crisis) may appear in a small number of patients who are sensitive to these effects
            • If such effects occur, the dose should be reduced slowly, consistent with accepted procedures for reducing systemic corticosteroids, and for management of asthma symptoms
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            Pregnancy & Lactation

            Pregnancy

            There are no randomized clinical studies in pregnant women; in women with poorly or moderately controlled asthma, there is increased risk of several perinatal adverse outcomes such as pre-eclampsia in the mother and prematurity, low birth weight, and small for gestational age in the neonate; pregnant women with asthma should be closely monitored and medication adjusted as necessary to maintain optimal asthma control of asthma

            Labor and delivery

            • There are no human studies evaluating effects of therapy during labor and delivery; because of potential for beta-agonist interference with uterine contractility, use of drug during labor should be restricted to those patients in whom benefits clearly outweigh the risks

            Lactation

            There are no available data on presence of fluticasone propionate or salmeterol in human milk, effects on breastfed child, or effects on milk production; other corticosteroids have been detected in human milk; however, fluticasone propionate and salmeterol concentrations in plasma after inhaled therapeutic doses are low and therefore concentrations in human breast milk are likely to be correspondingly low; developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with mother’s clinical need for therapy and any potential adverse effects on breastfed child from therapy or from underlying maternal condition

            Measurable levels of salmeterol and fluticasone detected in lactating rats treated with each drug

            Pregnancy Categories

            A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

            B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

            C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

            D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

            X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

            NA: Information not available.

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            Pharmacology

            Mechanism of Action

            Salmeterol: Selective LABA; stimulates intracellular adenyl cyclase resulting in increased cAMP levels causing bronchial smooth muscle relaxation; also inhibits release of mediators of immediate hypersensitivity from cells, especially from mast cells

            Fluticasone: Trifluorinated corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory activity; inhibits multiple cell types (eg, mast cells, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes, macrophages, neutrophils) and mediator production or secretion (eg, histamine, eicosanoids, leukotrienes, cytokines) involved in the asthmatic response

            Absorption

            Bioavailability: Fluticasone, 5%

            Onset (salmeterol): Asthma, 30-48 min; COPD, 2 hr

            Onset (fluticasone): >1-2 weeks

            Peak plasma time: Fluticasone, 1-2 hr; salmeterol, 20 min

            Peak plasma concentration: Fluticasone, 110 pg/mL; salmeterol, 196-223 pg/mL

            Time to peak effect (salmeterol): Asthma, 3 hr; COPD, 2-5 hr

            Distribution

            Protein bound: Fluticasone, 99%; salmeterol, 96%

            Vd: Fluticasone, 4.2 L/kg

            Metabolism

            Minimally metabolized, because of minimal absorption

            Fluticasone metabolized in liver by CYP3A4 to metabolite with negligible activity; salmeterol extensively metabolized by hydroxylation

            Elimination

            Half-life: Fluticasone, 11-12 hr; salmeterol, 5.5 hr

            Excretion (fluticasone): Feces (95%), urine (5%)

            Excretion (salmeterol): Feces (60%), urine (25%)

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            Administration

            Diskus Oral Inhalation Preparation

            Remove from foil pouch before first time use; indicate date opened on diskus

            Open top cover; slide lever until it clicks

            Avoid closing or tilting the diskus

            Diskus Oral Inhalation Administration

            For oral inhalation only

            Breathe out fully through your mouth, expelling as much air from lungs as possible; hold diskus upright, placing the mouthpiece fully into the mouth, closing your lips around it

            Continue breathing in slowly until lungs are full; avoid breathing out

            Hold breath as comfortably possible, up to 10 sec

            Remove diskus from mouth; breathe through nose while keeping lips closed;

            Close cover after use; rinse mouth out with water (do not swallow water)

            Inhaler Oral Inhalation Preparation

            Priming aerosolized inhalers

            • Prime inhaler before first use or unused for > 4 wks
            • Release 3 test puffs into air, away from face
            • Remove cap; shake well for 5 sec before each test puff

            Instructions

            • Check mouthpiece for objects before use
            • Make sure canister is fully inserted
            • Shake well before each use

            Inhaler Oral Inhalation Administration

            For oral inhalation only

            Remove cap; place middle or index finger on canister top while placing thumb underneath mouthpiece

            Breathe out fully through your mouth, expelling as much air from lungs as possible; hold inhaler upright, placing the mouthpiece fully into the mouth, closing your lips around it

            While pushing firmly on canister top, continue breathing in slowly until lungs are full; avoid breathing out

            Hold breath as comfortably possible, up to 10 sec

            Remove inhaler from mouth; breathe through nose while keeping lips closed

            Repeating dose

            • Wait at least 30 seconds prior preceding second puff
            • Shake well prior to use; repeat steps (See Inhaler Oral Inhalation Administration)
            • Replace the cap after use
            • When finished administering 2 puffs, rinse mouth out with water (do not swallow water)

            Cleaning

            Wash and dry mouthpiece at least weekly

            When mouthpiece becomes blocked, wash mouthpiece thoroughly

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            The above information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. Individual plans may vary and formulary information changes. Contact the applicable plan provider for the most current information.

            Tier Description
            1 This drug is available at the lowest co-pay. Most commonly, these are generic drugs.
            2 This drug is available at a middle level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "preferred" (on formulary) brand drugs.
            3 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs.
            4 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
            5 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
            6 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
            NC NOT COVERED – Drugs that are not covered by the plan.
            Code Definition
            PA Prior Authorization
            Drugs that require prior authorization. This restriction requires that specific clinical criteria be met prior to the approval of the prescription.
            QL Quantity Limits
            Drugs that have quantity limits associated with each prescription. This restriction typically limits the quantity of the drug that will be covered.
            ST Step Therapy
            Drugs that have step therapy associated with each prescription. This restriction typically requires that certain criteria be met prior to approval for the prescription.
            OR Other Restrictions
            Drugs that have restrictions other than prior authorization, quantity limits, and step therapy associated with each prescription.
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