Foracort Inhaler - 6/400mcg

What is Foracort 400 Inhaler

Foracort 400 inhaler treats Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Asthma symptoms that cause breathing difficulty.

Foracort Inhaler 400 comprises two beneficial salts in treating Asthma and COPD: Formoterol (6 mcg) and Budesonide (400 mcg).

This is a prescription-only inhaler.

Cipla Limited manufactures Foracort 400.

Uses of Foracort Inhaler 400

Foracort Inhaler treats:

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
• Lungs Inflammation
• Asthma
• Constriction of airways

How Foracort Inhaler works

Foracort 400 contains a combination of two medications: Formoterol and Budesonide.

Formoterol is a Long-Acting Beta-Agonist (LABA) or Bronchodilator.

It relaxes and expands the muscles of the respiratory tract, making breathing easier for those with COPD and Asthma.

Budesonide, on the other hand, belongs to the group of Corticosteroids or steroids.

It inhibits the formation of Prostaglandins, which are chemical messengers responsible for airway inflammation (swelling).

Together, they regulate the symptoms of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Asthma.

Dosage

Patients are instructed to use Foracort Inhaler at a set time with meals to prevent stomach distress.

How to take it

Always adhere to your doctor's directions about inhaler usage:

• Before using, read the directions on the label. Shake vigorously before use
• While breathing via the mouth, firmly squeeze the inhaler down to release the medication. Afterward, hold your breath for 10 seconds
• Continue until you have inhaled the number of puffs indicated by your doctor
• Rinse your mouth completely with water after using the inhaler. It will aid in the prevention of mouth and throat infections
• This inhaler is usually used daily, even when there are no symptoms, to get the most benefit

Missed dose

Immediately administer the missed dosage of Foracort Inhaler 400. However, if it is about time for your next dosage, you should forgo the missed dose and resume your usual dosing plan. Do not increase the dosage.

Overdose

Foracort Inhaler 400 overdose symptoms include headache, nausea, vomiting, palpitations, elevated blood glucose, and low potassium levels. If you have taken an excessive amount of Foracort Inhaler 400, consult your physician immediately.

Strengths and Substitutes of Foracort Inhaler

Foracort Inhaler is available in several strengths and forms, such as:

• Foracort Inhaler 6/200mcg
• Foracort Forte Inhaler 12/400 mcg
• Foracort Rotacaps 406
• Foracort Rotacaps 100+6mcg
• Foracort Rotacaps 6/200 mcg
• Foracort Forte Rotacaps 12/400 mcg
• Foracort Respules 1 mg+20mcg
• Foracort Respules 0.5 mg

Substitutes

Substitutes of Foracort Inhaler with the same salts Formoterol and Budesonide, such as:

• Budetrol 400 Inhaler
• Digihaler FB 200 Inhaler
• Combihale FB 400 Inhaler
• Quikhale FB 400 Inhaler
• Fomtide 200 Inhaler

Side effects of Foracort 400

There are potential adverse effects involved after using Foracort Inhaler, such as:

• Shakiness (Tremor)
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Stomach upset
• Trouble sleeping
• Hoarseness
• Sore throat
• Fungal infection of the Oropharynx
• Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
• Sinus inflammation

Interactions

Each individual reacts uniquely to the medicine. Consult your physician to learn about any possible drug and disease interactions.

Drug interactions

To avoid drug-to-drug interactions, you must provide your entire medical history to your doctor:

• Bronchodilators (Albuterol)
• Steroids (Prednisone)
• Antidepressant (Duloxetine)
• Heart-related medicines (Metoprolol)
• Water Pills (Furosemide)
• Pain Killers (Aspirin)
• Antibiotic (Azithromycin)
• Antifungals (Ketoconazole)
• HIV medicines (Ritonavir)

Disease interactions

Inform your physician about all of your illnesses to reduce the risk of adverse medication interactions:

• High Blood Pressure
• Diabetes
• Hypokalaemia (low Potassium levels in the blood)
• Glaucoma
• Cataracts
• Osteoporosis (weak bones)
• Lung, Heart, Liver, or Adrenal Gland problems

Precautions

One must use extreme caution when using the Foracort 6/400 mcg inhaler:

• The Foracort 400 inhaler is not intended to treat sudden Asthma episodes. Sudden attacks necessitate fast and short-acting inhalers, such as Rescue inhalers
• Consult a physician immediately if your breathing becomes more complex, you regularly awaken at night due to Asthma, or you have chest tightness in the morning
• As Foracort Inhaler may result in low potassium levels in the blood, it is advisable to monitor potassium levels frequently
• If you have kidney, Diabetes, liver, chest infections, Glaucoma, etc., your physician will prescribe the appropriate dosage. You should consult with them before utilizing this medication
• Quit smoking as it may reduce the efficacy of the Foracort Inhaler and irritate your lungs, worsening your breathing issues

Storage

Keep the Foracort Inhaler in a cold, dry, and dark place. Avoid freezing it.