Foratec Respules (Formoterol)

Uses of Foratec Respules (Formoterol)

Foratec Respules  is used for treatment of wheezing, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties caused by asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) It is also used to treat bronchospasm (constriction of air passages) in people with night time asthma.

How it works

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.

Common side effects

fainting, stuffy or runny nose and sore throat, hoarseness, difficulty in breathing or swallowing, nausea, extreme tiredness, swelling of any body part, heartburn, vomiting, itching, coughing or tightness in chest immediately after formoterol inhalation, stomach pain, difficulty in falling or staying asleep, diarrhea, back pain, dizziness, Nervousness, chest pain, rash, uncontrollable shaking of a body part, lightheadedness, muscle cramps, dry mouth, headache, seizures.

Expert advice

• 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.

Frequently asked questions

Q.Is formoterol a st**d?
Formoterol belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It is not a st**d; however it is available in combination with st**ds as an inhaler.

Q.How does formoterol work? How long does it take to work and how long does it stay in the body?
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. 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.What form does formoterol come in? What is formoterol fumarate/formoterol fumarate dihydrate/formoterol and budesonide/formoterol and advair?
Formoterol comes as a powder filled capsule for inhaler and a solution for nebulizer use. Formoterol fumarate and formoterol fumerate dihydrate are different formulations of formoterol. Budesonide is a st**d 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.

Q. Should formoterol be taken by pregnant women?
Formoterol should be taken by pregnant women only under the strict instructions and guidance of a doctor.