Let's take a minute to talk about your medication.

This is Cinqair. It helps to control asthma and prevent severe asthma attacks. Cinqair is for people whose asthma is not controlled on other treatments. It may have other uses, too.  

You will receive this medicine as an infusion into a vein once every 4 weeks. Each infusion typically lasts 20 to 50 minutes. Your doctor or nurse will watch you closely during the infusion and tell you which symptoms to report. They will be prepared to treat any concerns.

Most people tolerate this medicine well. The most common side effect is throat pain. This is normal if it is mild and should go away. If this or other side effects become reasons you want to stop receiving this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 

As with any medicine, rare but serious side effects could occur. With Cinqair, this includes the risk of a severe allergic reaction. It may also increase your risk for different cancers. You should read the Patient Information Sheet to know which symptoms to watch for, and when to report them. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely. 

Cinqair may interact with other medicines. You should always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines.

Women should check with their doctors before becoming pregnant and before breastfeeding. 

For best results with Cinqair, you should track your symptoms. Remember, always call your doctor right away if your breathing problems get worse, or if you need your rescue inhaler more often than normal.