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Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler


Introduction of Forglyn Inhaler

Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler is a combination of two medicines that makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling), thus relaxing the muscles in the airways.

Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler is a combination of two medicines: Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler1 and Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler2.

Benefits of Forglyn Inhaler

In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler 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 are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Forglyn Inhaler

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 Forglyn

  • Indigestion
  • High blood pressure
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
  • Chest pain
  • Fever
  • Urinary retention
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Increased glucose level in blood
  • Allergic reaction
  • Sinus inflammation
  • Inflammation of the nose
  • Urinary tract infection

How to use Forglyn Inhaler

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Forglyn CFC Free 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Long-term use of Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler might reduce milk production.
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.
Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler
₹495.0/Inhaler
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Quick tips

Forglyn Inhaler

  • Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler is a combination of two medicines that makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
  • It should be taken at the same time each day.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems.
  • Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your  blood potassium levels as low oxygen levels in the blood (hypoxia) and COPD medicines such as Forglyn CFC Free Inhaler can lower potassium levels in blood.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.
Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora
Pulmonology
It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same
What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism?
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
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References

  1. Medscape. Formoterol + Glycopyrrolate. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drugs.com. Formoterol and Glycopyrrolate. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Address: Zydus Tower, CTS No- 460/6 of Village Pahadi, Off I. B. Patel Road, Goregaon (East), Mumbai-400 063
Country of origin: India

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