Foracort Inhaler 6/200 mcg (120 mdi)
About Foracort Inhaler 6/200 mcg (120 mdi)
Foracort Inhaler is a medicine that helps people who have trouble breathing because of Asthma or COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).
Its active ingredients are salts that have been approved by the FDA, Budesonide 200 mcg, and Formoterol Fumarate.
Cipla Ltd. is the manufacturer of Foracort Inhaler (6/200) mcg.
Foracort Inhaler 6/200 mcg comes with highly positive reviews and is a recommended medication for Asthma or COPD.
Usage
Foracort Inhaler 200 is used for:
Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Foracort Inhaler 200 keeps your lungs' airways open so you can breathe.
The primary ingredients of this medicine are Budesonide and Formoterol.
It makes these airways' muscles less tight. This makes it easier for air to go in and out.
It will help relieve symptoms like shortness of breath, tightness in your chest, wheezing, and coughing, making it easier for you to go about your daily life.
This medicine works well and is safe to use.
It usually starts to work within a few minutes, and the effects can last several hours.
It would help if you stopped taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Working
Budesonide functions as a corticosteroid, effectively reducing swelling and itching while preventing the release of substances that cause inflammation.
Formoterol Fumarate, on the other hand, serves as a long-lasting bronchodilator that facilitates easier breathing by relaxing the muscles in the airways.
The inhaler keeps the airways in your lungs open, facilitating smoother airflow in and out.
This, in turn, alleviates symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing.
Typically, the effects of the inhaler begin within a few minutes of usage and can last for several hours.
How to use
People are told to take Foracort Inhaler 200 at the same time daily with food to keep their stomachs from getting upset.
The inhaler is not safe for women who are pregnant or who are nursing.
Most of the time, a doctor will tell a person to take two puffs of the Foracort Inhaler four times a day. But it would help if you did what your doctor instructed about the dose intake.
Here are a few points to keep in mind before you start this medication:
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Ensure proper usage of the Foracort Inhaler 200 by shaking it thoroughly before administration
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Depress the inhaler once to dispense the medication, inhale through your mouth, and retain your breath for 10 second
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Take deep breaths until you have reached the prescribed number of puffs, as advised by your doctor
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As a precaution against mouth infections, diligently rinse your mouth with water and spit it out
Missed dose
Take your next dose at the same time you usually do.
Don't take this medicine more often or more puffs than your doctor prescribed.
Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if you take an extra dose of Foracort Inhaler 200.
Strengths
Foracort Inhaler is also available in the strengths of
- Foracort Inhaler 6/400 mcg (120 mdi)
- Foracort Rotacaps 100 mcg 6 mcg
- Foracort Rotacaps 200 mcg 6 mcg
- Foracort Rotacaps 400 mcg 6 mcg
- Foracort Forte Inhaler 12/400 mcg (120 mdi)
- Foracort Forte Rotacaps 12mcg+400mcg
Side effects
Similar to the other medicines, Foracort Inhaler 200 can cause mild side effects in some cases, which include,
- Bronchospasm
- Angina
- Pain or Burn during Urination
- Increased Blood Pressure
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
- Cough
- Sore Throat
- Runny or Stuffy Nose
- Nausea
- Diarrhea/Constipation
Interactions
Budesonide and Formoterol Fumarate might interact with other medications and diseases.
Hence, inform your doctor before using the inhaler.
Drug Interactions
Budesonide and Formoterol can interact with the following drugs:
- Anticholinergic Agents
- Diuretics
- Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
- Receptor Blocking Agents
- Tricyclic Antidepressants
Disease Interactions
Following are the disease that is known to interact with Budesonide and Formoterol:
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Hypokalemia
- Diabetes
- Seizures
Precautions
If you are allergic to Budesonide or Formoterol Fumarate, you should not use the inhaler
- Please don't use the inhaler near a flame or other heat source because it could blow up if it gets too hot
- Foracort is not an inhaler for emergencies
- Use a tissue or cotton cloth without fibers to clean the inhaler's mouthpiece every time you use it
- After using the inhaler, you must put a cap on it to cover the mouthpiece
Storage
Store the Foracort Inhaler at a cool temperature in a dark and dry place. Do not freeze it.
Frequently Asked Questions
For what Foracort 200 inhaler is used?
It helps with long-term Asthma and COPD symptoms, making breathing easier.
It works by stopping the release of specific chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and relaxing the muscles in the airways.
How many times can Foracort 200 inhalers be used?
As maintenance therapy, the recommended dose is two inhalations per day.
However, some patients may need two inhalations twice a day.
Is Foracort Inhaler harmful?
This medicine could make your heart beat unevenly, beat faster, change your blood pressure, and cause other problems.
What you need to know before you use Foracort Inhaler?
Notify your doctor about any existing heart, liver, or kidney conditions. Disclose information regarding your pregnancy, breastfeeding status, or any plans to conceive. Due to potential interactions with other medications, including supplements or herbal products, inform your doctor if you take any other medicines.
What are the side effects of Foracort Inhaler?
Common side effects of Foracort Inhaler may include headache, throat irritation, and fungal infections in the mouth. Serious side effects are rare but may include increased heart rate, high blood pressure, and changes in blood glucose levels. Consult your healthcare provider for more information.