How to Administer AirDuo
AirDuo RespiClick (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol) is an inhalation powder delivered via a breath-actuated dry powder inhaler. Shake the inhaler well before each use. Hold it level with the mouthpiece away from your mouth, exhale fully away from the device, then close lips tightly around the mouthpiece and inhale quickly and deeply. Remove the inhaler, hold your breath for 5-10 seconds, then exhale slowly. For daily maintenance in asthma or COPD, use 1 inhalation twice daily (morning and evening, about 12 hours apart). Rinse mouth with water after each dose to reduce thrush risk.
What Strengths Are Available?
AirDuo comes in three strengths: 55/14 mcg, 113/14 mcg, and 232/14 mcg (fluticasone/salmeterol per inhalation). Doctors select based on patient age, severity, and response—lower doses for kids 12+, higher for adults.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Don't exhale into the inhaler, as it can clump the powder. Prime only if unused for over 4 weeks or dropped (follow package steps). If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless near next dose—don't double up. Clean mouthpiece weekly with dry cloth; no water submersion.
AirDuo vs. Advair: Key Differences in Use
AirDuo RespiClick is propellant-free and breath-actuated—no hand-breath coordination needed, unlike Advair Diskus (manual priming) or HFA pMDI (press-and-inhale). Both deliver same drug combo, but AirDuo suits those struggling with coordination. Switching? No dose conversion needed; strengths match.
Who Shouldn't Use It and When to See a Doctor
Avoid if allergic to components or milk proteins (lactose carrier). Not for acute attacks—use rescue inhaler like albuterol instead. Watch for worsening symptoms, infections, or vision changes; contact doctor if no improvement in 1 week or paradoxical bronchospasm occurs.
[1] AirDuo RespiClick Prescribing Information
[2] Teva Pharmaceuticals AirDuo Instructions