This combination product contains two medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to the group of medications known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the swelling in the airways of the lungs. Formoterol belongs to the group of medications known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles surrounding the airways and allowing the airways to open. Symbicort Turbuhaler i...More on Symbicort Turbuhaler indication

Advair Diskus contains two active ingredients that are used to treat Asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) (COPD). The two active ingredients are salmeterol and fluticasone. Salmeterol belongs to a group of medications called bronchodilators. These medications relax the muscles in the walls of the small air passages in the lung, keeping the air passage open and making it easier t...More on Advair Diskus indication

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Symbicort Turbuhaler. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Symbicort Turbuhaler with your doctor. The...More on Symbicort Turbuhaler side effects

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Advair Diskus. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Advair Diskus with your doctor. The following sid...More on Advair Diskus side effects

Do not use Symbicort Turbuhaler if you are allergic to budesonide, formoterol, or inhaled lactose....More on Symbicort Turbuhaler contraindications

Do not use Advair Diskus if you: are allergic to salmeterol, fluticasone, or any ingredients of the medication are allergic to lactose or milk (Diskus only) have abnormal rapid heart rhythms known as tachyarrhythmias have status asthmaticus or are experiencing an asthma attack have untreated fungal, bacterial, or tuberculous infections of the lungs...More on Advair Diskus contraindications

There may be an interaction between budesonide - formoterol turbuhaler and any of the following: Aldesleukin Alfuzosin Amiodarone amphetamines (e.g., Dextroamphetamine, Lisdexamfetamine) antipsychotics (e.g., Chlorpromazine, Clozapine, Haloperidol, Olanzapine, Quetiapine, Risperidone) Atomoxetine azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, Voriconazole) beta-blocker...More on Symbicort Turbuhaler precautions

There may be an interaction between salmeterol - fluticasone and any of the following: Aldesleukin Amiodarone amphetamines (e.g., Dextroamphetamine, Lisdexamfetamine) anti-psychotics (e.g., Chlorpromazine, Clozapine, Haloperidol, olanzepine, Quetiapine, Risperidone) Atomoxetine "azole" antifungals (e.g., fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, Voriconazole) BCG beta...More on Advair Diskus precautions