Formonide Forte Inhaler 120 MDI

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Formonide Forte 12 mcg/400 mcg Inhaler

Formonide Forte 12 mcg/400 mcg Inhaler 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.

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• Do not use formoterol inhalation to treat an asthma attack that has already begun.
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• Do not use this drug, if  you are allergic to formoterol.
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• Never place a capsule in the mouthpiece of the inhaler.
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• Consult your doctor before taking formoterol, If  you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast feeding.
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• 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.
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Formoterol : Tremor, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Headache, Dryness in mouth, Palpitations, Restlessness, Muscle cramp;Budesonide : Headache, Respiratory tract infection, Back pain, Indigestion, Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Flatulence, Vomiting, Fatigue, Pain

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Formoterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

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.