Patient was educated on the process to use an Advair diskus inhaler follows: Advair diskus dispenses dry inhaler powder, in contrast to the Advair HFA, which is an aerosol inhaler. Always check for the expiry date on the diskus before use. Hold the diskus in one hand and using the other hand, push the thumb grip of the diskus to the far end, when you hear the click. This dispenses the powder inhaler into place [...]

Patient was educated on Advair and its mechanism of action as follows: Advair is a combination inhaler medication of Salmeterol, a long acting bronchodilator and Fluticasone, a steroid. The steroid Fluticasone reduces the release of chemical mediators of inflammation and reduce the swelling of the airways. Fluticasone also controls the mucus production in the airways. Controlling all the major elements of inflammation in the airways, Fluticasone exerts an anti-inflammatory action, thus helping breathing in individuals [...]