Foratec Respules
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Product introduction
Foratec Respules is used for preventing symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.
Foratec Respules is used to prevent breathing problems due to asthma
Foratec Respules is used to prevent breathing problems due to asthma
Uses of Foratec Respules
Benefits of Foratec Respules
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Foratec Respules helps the airways in the lungs to stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for the air to get in and out. This medicine also relieves symptoms of COPD, such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and helps you carry out 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 are advised to by the doctor.
Side effects of Foratec Respules
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 worried about them
Common side effects of Foratec
- Tremors
- Dryness in mouth
- Palpitations
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How to use Foratec Respules
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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Foratec Respules.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Foratec Respules 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Foratec Respules is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Do not stop taking Foratec Respules suddenly even if you do not currently have any symptoms as that may cause your breathing problems to come back.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amphetamines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Long acting β2-agonists
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Foratec Respules
Twice A Day
72%
Once A Day
24%
Four Times A *
4%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Foratec Respules for?
Chronic obstr*
50%
Others
50%
*Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
FAQs
Is Foratec Respules a steroid?
Foratec Respules 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
How does Foratec Respules work?
Foratec Respules 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
What form does Foratec Respules come in?
Foratec Respules comes as a powder filled capsule for inhaler and a solution for nebulizer use
Is Foratec Respules safe?
Foratec Respules is safe when taken as per the directions of the doctor
is Foratec Respules banned?
Foratec Respules is not banned
Does Foratec Respules cause weight gain?
There are no studies showing that Foratec Respules causes weight gain
Does Foratec Respules cause death/asthma-related death?
Foratec Respules may increase risk of asthma-related death. It depends on the condition and co-morbidities and is individual response.
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Country of origin: India
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