Foracort Respules 1 mg (Budesonide/Formoterol)

About Foracort Respules 1 mg

Foracort 1 mg Respules is a combination of Budesonide and Formoterol. This medicine is used to relieve symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breathing difficulties, coughing, etc.

These are symptoms seen in asthma (a condition that affects your airways and causes breathing difficulty) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (lung disorder in which the airflow is blocked, which leads to breathing difficulty).

Foracort 1 mg Respules contains a corticosteroid, medicine which help in reducing pain and swelling and irritation of the affected part, and a bronchodilator, medicines that help to widen your airways. This medicine works by reducing swelling and irritation in your lungs. It also relaxes and widens the muscles in your airways.

How does  Foracort Respules 1 mg  work?

Foracort 1mg Respules 1 mg  is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Budesonide. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways.

Budesonide 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.

What are the Uses of  Foracort Respules 1 mg

Foracort 1mg Respules 1 mg helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways.

This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective.

It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you advise to by your doctor.

How to use Foracort Respules 1 mg

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.

Dosage

 Missed dose

If you miss any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Overdose

The symptoms of overdose are headache, nausea, vomiting, palpitations, increased heartbeats, increased blood glucose, low potassium levels, and a change in the heart’s rhythm. Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms or think may have taken too much of this medicine.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worry about them

Common side effects of Foracort

• Cough
• Fungal infection of mouth
• Headache
• Hoarseness of voice
• Increased heart rate
• Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
• Nausea
• Respiratory tract infection
• Sore throat
• Vomiting

The Common Drug  Interactions

 Foracort 1 mg Respules exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all the instructions given in the information leaflet/package insert.

Do not use in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

It does not reduce the symptoms of acute asthma (asthma that is intense and occurs suddenly). To manage sudden symptoms, always use a rescue inhaler.

Inform your doctor if your breathing problem worsens or if the rescue inhaler does not improve your symptoms.

Do not stop taking it until your doctor tells you to. To avoid infections in your mouth and throat, rinse your mouth with water after each use. Carry your rescue inhaler with you wherever you go.

Precautions

• Thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism is a condition in which your thyroid gland (a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck) produces an excess of thyroid hormone in the body.
• Hypokalemia is a decrease in blood potassium levels. Use Foracort 1 mg Respules with caution if you have a history of hypokalemia because it may worsen your condition.
• Foracort 1 mg Respules is not recommended for use in children and adolescents less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of its use  not clinically established.
• Foracort 1 mg Respules will decrease the immune response (defence mechanism) of your body and mask the symptoms of infection .

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 – 8°C). Do not freeze.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Foracort Respules 1 mg prescribed for?

A. Foracort Respules 1 mg is prescribed to treat symptoms of obstructive airways diseases like asthma and chronic pulmonary obstructive disease. The usual symptoms of obstructive airways diseases like asthma and COPD are wheezing, shortness of breath, breathlessness and chest tightness.

Q. Does Foracort Respules 1 mg contain steroids?

A. Budesonide, which is a component of foracort, is a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medicines use to treat a range of conditions like asthma. They’re different from anabolic steroids which are used illegally to gain muscle mass.

Q. Will Foracort Respules 1 mg be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

A. No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are not getting relieved by the recommended doses, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.