Forglyn Respicap 
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NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol
USED FOR:
Asthma
Anaesthesia
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
COMPOSITION:
Formoterol (6mcg)
Glycopyrrolate (25mcg)
Therapeutic Uses:
respiratory
gastro intestinal
CAUTION
Forglyn Respicap may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Forglyn Respicap may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Forglyn Respicap is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.Long-term use of Forglyn Respicap might reduce milk production.
Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Forglyn Respicap may affect vision and coordination. This may affect your driving ability.
Forglyn Respicap is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Forglyn Respicap may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Forglyn Respicap in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Formoterol
Formoterol is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder.
How to use Formoterol
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Forglyn Respicap works
Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and makes breathing easier.
Common Tremor, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Headache, Dryness in mouth, Palpitations, Restlessness, Muscle cramp.
Expert advice for Formoterol
Do not use formoterol inhalation to treat an asthma attack that has already begun.
Do not use this drug, if  you are allergic to formoterol.
Never place a capsule in the mouthpiece of the inhaler.
Consult your doctor before taking formoterol, If  you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast feeding.
It should be taken as an inhaler or nebulizer after clearly following instructions of the doctor and the instructions given in the patient information leaflet in the medication box.
Q. Is Formoterol a steroid?
Formoterol belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It is not a steroid; however it is available in combination with steroids as an inhaler
Q. How long does it take to work and how long does it stay in the body?
Formoterol works best if taken before exercising or heavy work and another dose should not be taken in the next 12 hours. It is a long acting drug which is known to be effective for 12 hours in the body
Q. How does Formoterol work?
Formoterol belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe
Q. What form does Formoterol come in?
Formoterol comes as a powder filled capsule for inhaler and a solution for nebulizer use
Q. What is formoterol fumarate/formoterol fumarate dihydrate/formoterol and budesonide/formoterol and advair?
Formoterol fumarate and formoterol fumerate dihydrate are different formulations of formoterol. Budesonide is a steroid which may be prescribed by the doctor along with formoterol. Advair is another long acting beta agonist which is the brand name for salmeterol and fluticasone
Q. Is Formoterol safe?
Formoterol is safe when taken as per the directions of the doctor
Q. is Formoterol banned?
Formoterol is not banned
Q. Does Formoterol cause weight gain?
There are no studies showing that Formoterol causes weight gain
Q. Does Formoterol cause death/asthma-related death?
Formoterol may increase risk of asthma-related death. It depends on the condition and co-morbidities and is individual response.
Uses of Glycopyrrolate
Glycopyrrolate is used in Anaesthesia.
How to use Glycopyrrolate
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Forglyn Respicap works
Glycopyrrolate belongs to a class of medications called anticholinergics. It decreases the secretions in the mouth, throat, airways and stomach acid.
Common Visual disturbance, Reduced sweating, Irregular heartbeats, Dryness in mouth, Nausea, Vomiting, Dry skin, Photophobia, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Giddiness, Difficulty in urination, Confusion.
Expert advice for Glycopyrrolate
Inform your doctor if you have any heart disease, heart failure, irregular heartbeats or high blood pressure as glycopyrrolate is known to increase the heart rate (tachycardia).
Glycopyrrolate should be used with caution if you have medical conditions such as myasthenia gravis (progressive neuromuscular disease characterized by weak muscles and unusual tiredness), glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye that causes vision problem), overactive thyroid gland, enlarged prostate gland, obstruction of the stomach or bowel causing vomiting  abdominal pain, chronic constipation and swelling.
Glycopyrrolate should be used with special precautions in case of fever as it may worsen the condition.
Avoid alcohol or any medication that may cause drowsiness.Â
Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not take if allergic to glycopyrrolate or any of its ingredients.
Q. Is Glycopyrrolate used for excessive sweating?
Glycopyrrolate is the most commonly used medicine for managing excessive sweating due to its anti-secretory or anticholinergic effect
Q. Is Glycopyrrolate the same as glycopyrronium bromide?
Yes, Glycopyrrolate is same as glycopyrronium bromide
Q. Does Glycopyrrolate affect fertility & birth control?
No, Glycopyrrolate is not known to impair fertility and has no known effects on birth control
Q. Is Glycopyrrolate over the counter?
No, Glycopyrrolate is strictly prescribed by the doctors.
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