Serevent
Intended to relieve persistent bronchial constriction to support breathing capacity and target smooth muscle relaxation.
- Category
- Respiratory Health
- Active ingredient
- Salmeterol
- Route
- Inhalation use
- Form
- Inhaler
- Strengths
- 25mcg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Serevent, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Serevent vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Serevent details
- Alternative names
- salmeterol
- Therapeutic class
- Long-Acting Beta-2 Adrenergic Agonist (LABA)
- Pharmacological class
- Bronchodilator
- Contraindications
- status asthmaticus; asthma therapy without a concurrent inhaled corticosteroid
- Minor side effects
- tremor; headache; cough
- Moderate side effects
- tachycardia; throat irritation; palpitations
- Dosage forms
- Inhaler
- Administration route
- Inhalation use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Ketoconazole; Beta Blockers; Diuretics
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over four years and adults.
Serious side effects
paradoxical bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention; cardiac arrhythmia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
intended to relieve persistent bronchial constriction to support breathing capacity and target smooth muscle relaxation.
Mechanism of action
Stimulates beta-2 receptors for long-term bronchodilation, stabilising airway smooth muscle cells.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Use if potential benefits exceed risks. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Serevent is the originator brand name, made by GlaxoSmithKline. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with GlaxoSmithKline.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Salmeterol is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.