Foratec 15mcg Respules 
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USED FOR:
Asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
COMPOSITION:
Formoterol (15mcg)
Therapeutic Uses:
respiratory
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Foratec 15mcg Respules 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.
SAFE
Foratec 15mcg Respules is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
Foratec 15mcg Respules may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Foratec 15mcg Respules is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Foratec 15mcg Respules may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Foratec 15mcg Respules in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Foratec Respules
Foratec 15mcg Respules is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder.
How to use Foratec Respules
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.
How Foratec Respules works
Foratec 15mcg Respules 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 Foratec Respules
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 Foratec a steroid?
Foratec 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 Foratec work?
Foratec 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 Foratec come in?
Foratec 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 Foratec safe?
Foratec is safe when taken as per the directions of the doctor
Q. is Foratec banned?
Foratec is not banned
Q. Does Foratec cause weight gain?
There are no studies showing that Foratec causes weight gain
Q. Does Foratec cause death/asthma-related death?
Foratec may increase risk of asthma-related death. It depends on the condition and co-morbidities and is individual response.
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