Advair is a medication for the maintenance treatment of asthma attacks. It also helps patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) lead normal lives by keeping flare-ups under control. Its chief ingredient Fluticasone is a steroid that keeps inflammation at bay. The steroid is also an ingredient in generic medicines similar to Advair. This drug comes in the form of a spray and cannot be taken as a tablet or pill. Check with your pharmacist for prescribing information or visit any of the online information sources.