DESCRIPTION
Foracort HFA Inhaler is a combination of budesonide, a potent glucocorticoid, and formoterol fumarate dihydrate, a selective, long-acting beta2-agonist, which have different modes of action and show additive effects in terms of reduction of asthma exacerbations.
COMPOSITION
Foracort HFA Inhaler 100
Each actuation contains:
Formoterol Fumarate Dihydrate 6mcg
Budesonide 100mcg
Suspended in propellant HFA 134a q.s.
Foracort HFA Inhaler 200
Each actuation contains:
Formoterol Fumarate Dihydrate 6mcg
Budesonide 200mcg
Suspended in propellant HFA 134a q.s.
INDICATIONS
- Asthma
- COPD
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Asthma
For Foracort inhaler there are two treatment approaches:
- Maintenance Therapy: Foracort Inhaler is taken as regular maintenance treatment with a separate rapid acting bronchodilator as rescue.
Foracort HFA Inhaler 100 & 200:
Adults (18 Years and Older)
- 1–2 inhalations, twice daily
- Maximum dose is 4 inhalations, twice daily
Adolescents (12-17 Years)
- 1–2 inhalations, twice daily
- Single Maintenance and Reliever Therapy: Foracort Inhaler is taken as regular maintenance and as needed in response to symptoms.
Foracort HFA Inhaler 100 & 200:
Adults (18 Years and Older)
2 inhalations per day as maintenance therapy
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease):
Foracort HFA Inhaler 200:
2 inhalations per day as maintenance therapy
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drug product.
- Primary treatment of status asthmaticus or other acute episodes of asthma or COPD where intensive measures are required.
- Relief from acute bronchospasm
UNDESIRABLE EFFECTS
Since Foracort HFA Inhaler contains both budesonide and formoterol, the same pattern of undesirable effects as reported for these substances may occur. No increased incidence of adverse reactions has been seen following concurrent administration of the two compounds. The most common drug related adverse reactions are pharmacologically predictable side-effects of beta2-agonist therapy, such as tremor and palpitations. These tend to be mild and usually disappear within a few days of treatment.
PRESENTATION
Foracort HFA Inhaler is available in a canister containing 120 metered doses
Patients should consult with their physician before taking any medicine.