Pack size: 1 120 Metered Doses  |  Price is for the whole 120 Metered Doses

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Generic: Fluticasone propionate + Formoterol fumarate inhaler

Form: Inhaler 250mcg+10mcg/Puff

Indication

Fluticasone and Formoterol is a fixed-dose combination metered-dose inhaler indicated for the regular treatment of, Asthma, where a long-acting ß2 agonist (LABA) in combination with an inhaled corticosteroid is appropriate.

Administration

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Adult Dose

Inhalation Per actuation Fluticasone + Formoterol: 50/5, 125/5 and 250/10 mcg Recommended dose for Adults 250/10 mcg Inhaler: 2 inhalations (puffs) twice daily. 50 /5 mcg inhaler - 2 inhalations (puffs) twice daily normally taken in the morning and in the evening. 125/5 mcg inhaler - 2 inhalations (puffs) twice daily normally taken in the morning and in the evening.

Child Dose

Child < 12years not recommended. Recommended dose Adolescents aged 12 years and above: 50 /5 mcg inhaler - 2 inhalations (puffs) twice daily normally taken in the morning and in the evening. 125/5 mcg inhaler - 2 inhalations (puffs) twice daily normally taken in the morning and in the evening.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity to the active substances or to any of the excipients. .

Mode of Action

Fluticasone propionate is a synthetic, trifluorinated glucocorticoid with potent anti-inflammatory activity in the lungs when given by inhalation. Fluticasone propionate reduces symptoms and exacerbations of asthma with less adverse effects than when corticosteroids are administered systemically. Formoterol fumarate is a long-acting selective β2 adrenergic receptor agonist. Inhaled formoterol fumarate acts locally in the lung as a bronchodilator. The onset of bronchodilating effect is rapid, within 1 - 3 minutes, and the duration of effect is at least 12 hours after a single dose.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Asthma', 'Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Nausea', 'Vomiting', 'Respiratory tract infection', 'Fungal infection of mouth', 'Sore throat', 'Headache', 'Hoarseness of voice', 'Cough', 'Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain', 'Increased heart rate']}

How to use __NAME__

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Fluticasone Propionate. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Fluticasone Propionate is a steroid. It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.

Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established