# Salmeterol Xinafoate

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/salmeterol-xinafoate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Salmeterol Xinafoate?

Salmeterol Xinafoate is a steroid taken respiratory (inhalation). It is prescribed to treat bronchial spasm, asthma. Across the United States, 1,000 doctors prescribe Salmeterol to approximately 234 Medicare patients.

## Indications

Salmeterol Xinafoate is prescribed for the treatment of bronchial spasm and asthma.

## Conditions treated

- [Bronchial Spasm](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bronchial-spasm)
- [Asthma](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/asthma)

## Mechanism of action

This product contains both fluticasone propionate and salmeterol. The mechanisms of action described below for the individual components apply to this combination product.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: steroids
- Route of administration: RESPIRATORY (INHALATION)

## Common side effects

adverse reactions (greater than or equal to 3%): nasopharyngitis, oral candidiasis, headache, cough and back pain

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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