_HOW DO I NEED TO STORE MY PROVENTIL HFA INHALER?
FAQ's....quot;Your PROVENTIL HFA inhaler has the contents under pressure. Do not puncture. Do not store near heat or open flame. Exposure to temperatures above 120 degrees may cause bursting. Never throw container into fire or incinerator. Store between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius (59 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit). For best results, canister should be at room temperature before use. quot;Avoid spraying in eyes and keep out of reach of children. If the product is frozen, it should be discarded.
_WHERE CAN I FIND INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING AND CLEANING A PROVENTIL HFA INHALER?
FAQ's....quot;You may go www.proventilhfa.com (WWW dot PROVENTIL HFA dot COM) for use and cleaning instructions for the PROVENTIL HFA inhaler."
_IS THERE IS A PROVENTIL HFA REFILL CANISTER?
FAQ's....quot;No, the devices are not refillable. Patients need a prescription from their doctor in order to get an HFA albuterol-containing inhaler from their pharmacist." quot;PROVENTIL HFA delivers the same medicine, with the same effectiveness, as the CFC-containing albuterol inhaler you are accustomed to. Patients using PROVENTIL HFA may notice differences in sensation, smell and taste. These differences are due to the propellant and not the active ingredient.
_WHAT IF PROVENTIL HFA DOES NOT WORK FOR ME?
FAQ's....quot;As with any medication, patients should consult with their doctors or healthcare providers to determine what is best for them. quot;PROVENTIL HFA offers environmental and patient benefits. Patients using PROVENTIL HFA may notice differences in sensation, smell and taste. Patients should be assured that these differences are due to the environmentally friendly propellant and not the active ingredient." quot;You can go to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Web site, www.
_HOW DO I CLEAN THE PROVENTIL HFA MOUTHPIECE?
FAQ's....quot;To prevent buildup from occurring, it is important to wash your PROVENTIL HFA mouthpiece. To clean, remove canister and cap from mouthpiece. Set the canister and cap aside. Wash mouthpiece only by holding the mouthpiece under warm running water for 30 seconds at least once a week shake to remove excess water, and let air dry thoroughly (such as overnight). Wash mouthpiece only -- tip: Run water through both top and bottom. Never wash or immerse the canister in water.
_WILL THE PROVENTIL HFA INHALERS WORK AS WELL? IS IT SAFE?
FAQ's....quot;PROVENTIL HFA delivers the same medicine, with the same effectiveness, as CFC-based inhalers to which patients have grown accustomed. PROVENTIL has been on the market in the U.S. since 1996. quot;It is the propellant that delivers the medicine to your lungs that is different. PROVENTIL HFA has passed strict FDA standards for safety and efficacy. PROVENTIL HFA inhalers are safe for the environment too.
_DO YOU HAVE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT AFFORD PROVENTIL HFA?
FAQ's....quot;Yes. Schering-Plough is committed to helping asthma sufferers have access to affordable medicines ? so that the cost of PROVENTIL HFA does not create an undue burden, particularly for patients in low-income communities. quot;For low-income patients (including Medicare beneficiaries) and patients without health insurance who cannot afford PROVENTIL HFA, Schering-Plough has a patient assistance program, 'SP-Cares'. For more information on SP-Cares, call 1-800-656-9485.
_WHAT CONDITIONS IS PROVENTIL HFA APPROVED TO TREAT? WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
FAQ's....quot;PROVENTIL HFA Inhalation Aerosol is indicated in adults and children 4 years of age and older for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease and for the prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm. quot;Albuterol (CFC) Inhalation Aerosol is indicated in patients 12 years of age and older for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease and for the prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm.
_WHEN DID PROVENTIL HFA RECEIVE FDA APPROVAL?
FAQ's....quot;Yes, PROVENTIL HFA has a yellow plastic actuator and an orange cap. The Warrick CFC albuterol has a white plastic actuator with white cap." quot;No, use PROVENTIL HFA only with the mouthpiece supplied with the product. The yellow actuator supplied with PROVENTIL HFA Inhalation Aerosol should not be used with any other product canisters, and the actuator from other products should not be used with a PROVENTIL HFA Inhalation Aerosol canister."
_CAN I STILL USE THE PROVENTIL OR WARRICK CFC RESCUE INHALER I ALREADY HAVE?
FAQ's....quot;Yes, you can continue to use your CFC-based albuterol inhaler as directed by your physician. However, Schering-Plough is transitioning its supply of CFC-based inhalers to PROVENTIL HFA. quot;Therefore, if you are currently using a CFC albuterol inhaler, you should talk to your healthcare provider about transitioning from a CFC-based inhaler to an HFA albuterol inhaler such as PROVENTIL HFA.
Can the Salt Pipe inhaler be used in place of the Salin device or would I need both?
Salin FAQDepending on your condition, you can use one or both of them. However it is recommended to get as much exposure of the salt therapy as you can. Salin Plus has to be plug-in and can be used during the night and have a long time exposure as you sleep, and the Salt Pipe is handy and small and could be used when you travel and are outside of your home. They are complementary products and should obtain great results if used as indicated.
What does HFA do, exactly?
Information Center FAQThe Harry Fox Agency represents music publishers for their mechanical and digital licensing needs. We issue licenses and collect and distribute royalties on our affiliated publisher's behalf. This includes licensing for the recording and reproduction of CDs, ringtones, and Internet downloads.
What can be licensed through HFA Songfile?
Frequently Asked QuestionsSongfile is a simple and fast way to obtain mechanical licenses for a limited number of physical recordings (CDs, cassettes and vinyl only) made and distributed in the U.S., and permanent digital downloads (also known as digital phonorecord deliveries, or "DPDs") of singles. (Digital downloads are referrred to as configuration "SP" in HFA's systems.) Songfile may only be used to license up to 2500 units (copies) of a song.
Question: Can my child carry his asthma inhaler with him to class?
Welcome PCSSD Equity & Pupil Services FAQ PaggeAnswer: Yes, the asthma inhaler is the only medication that can be kept with the student. All other medications must be kept in the office. The parent will still need to sign the Medication Administration Release Form in the office.
What is HFA Songfile's processing fee?
Frequently Asked QuestionsThe processing fee is $15 per licensed composition for the first five licenses in a transaction; any additional licenses in the same transaction have an $13 processing fee.
How do I pay my mechanical royalties to HFA?
Frequently Asked QuestionsIf you have obtained a limited quantity license through HFA Songfile, you have already paid the mechanical royalties, and you need make no further payment unless you wish to make additional copies beyond the number of units specified in your initial license or your license has expired (while a license for physical goods has an indefinete term, DPD licenses are only valid for one year.) If you want to make additional copies or obtain a new DPD license, you need to re-apply for another license.
How should I store it?
EDTA studiesSuppositories should be stored in your freezer and used when frozen as well. Frozen suppositories are easier to insert. Room temperature suppositories will deform upon insertion.
The HFA licensing percentage is not 100%. Why? What does that mean?
Frequently Asked QuestionsThis means that HFA does not represent 100% of the rights to this song. HFA may not represent one of the publishers that has partial ownership, or HFA may not be authorized to license this format. If HFA licenses part of the song, you can complete your licensing transaction through Songfile for the percentage of the song that HFA represents.
