the use of high-dose Advair for COPD

April 2007

Glaxo will promote the use of high-dose Advair for COPD.

This is based on a new study comparing the combination of fluticasone and salmeterol (Advair) to salmeterol alone (Serevent).

It shows that high-dose Advair is better than Serevent in reducing exacerbations and the need for systemic steroids.

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Table of Contents

how to use aspirin, vitamins, and supplements to prevent heart disease in women
Smoking Cessation latest smoking cessation prescription drug called Champix (varenicline)
Anticoagulants The interaction between warfarin and oral corticosteroids now seems more significant than previously thought
Adderall XR is now officially approved for adults
Diabetes glitazones increasing fractures
Diabetes NovoMix 30 will be the first insulin ASPART mixture
Supplements Garlic is NOT likely to lower cholesterol
Supplements high-quality dietary supplements can be identified by the "USP Verified Mark"
Kidney Disease Dialysis patients will be able to use the new phosphate binder called Fosrenol
the use of high-dose Advair for COPD
Women's Health which OTC meds are safe to use during breastfeeding
Pediatrics Are Pedialyte and related products really better than water or juices to treat and prevent dehydration in children
Gastroenterology Many drugs are associated with acute pancreatitis