Serevent Diskus (SALMETEROL) is a beta receptor stimulant used to prevent or minimize problems in persons with breathing difficulties including asthma and chronic obstructive disorders of the lungs such as chronic bronchitis or emphysema. Serevent Diskus (SALMETEROL) works by opening the air passages in the lungs to improve breathing. Serevent Diskus (SALMETEROL) WILL NOT STOP an asthma attack once one has started.Serevent Diskus (SALMETEROL) is generally combined with another effective controller-type asthma medicine (such as an inhaled corticosteroid). Serevent Diskus (SALMETEROL) may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Serevent Diskus side effects that may go away during treatment, include headache, tremor, irregular heartbeat, or muscle cramping. If Serevent Diskus side effects continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience Serevent Diskus side effects like worsening of asthma symptoms such as difficulty in breathing, wheezing, or coughing. If you notice other Serevent Diskus side effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.