Seretide 100mcg Rotacap (Salmeterol,Fluticasone Propionate)

Seretide 100mcg Rotacap (Salmeterol,Fluticasone Propionate) 

Seretide 100mcg is a capsule which is made by Glaxo Smithkline and is used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This rotacap is a combination of two medicines salmeterol(50mcg) and Fluticasone Propionate(100mcg). Salmeterol is a long acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens it. Fluticasone Propionate is a steroid whose function is to stop the release of certain chemical messenger that cause inflammation of airways. These actions taken by these two drugs makes patient breathe easier.

 Substitutes Available 

1. Seroflo 100 mcg Rotacaps (by Cipla Ltd.)
2. Airtec SF 100 mcg Rotacap (by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals)
3. Combitide 100 mcg Rotacap (by Sun pharma)

 Side Effects 

1. Cough
2. Headache 
3. Voice change

 Safety 

1. Pregnancy - Consult your doctor 
2. Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor
3. Allergy - Contraindicated if allergic to Salmeterol / Fluticasone Propionate or any other ingredient.