Formoflo 125 Transhaler
Prescription Required
Introduction of Formoflo Transhaler
Formoflo 125 Transhaler is used in the treatment of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It relaxes the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.
Formoflo 125 Transhaler is a combination of two medicines: Formoflo 125 Transhaler1 and Formoflo 125 Transhaler2.
Formoflo 125 Transhaler is a combination of two medicines: Formoflo 125 Transhaler1 and Formoflo 125 Transhaler2.
Uses of Formoflo Transhaler
Benefits of Formoflo Transhaler
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Formoflo 125 Transhaler helps the lungs’ airways to stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways, making it easier for the air to get in and out. It relieves COPD symptoms, such as tightness in 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 the doctor advises you.
Side effects of Formoflo Transhaler
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 Formoflo
- Headache
- Cough
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Sinus inflammation
- Stomach discomfort
- Fungal infection of oropharynx
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Voice change
How to use Formoflo Transhaler
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 Formoflo 125 Transhaler.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Formoflo 125 Transhaler 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
Formoflo 125 Transhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk 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
Formoflo Transhaler
- Formoflo 125 Transhaler is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
- 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. 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.
- Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Formoflo 125 Transhaler can lower blood potassium level.
- Only miniscule amounts of Formoflo 125 Transhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Formoflo 125 Transhaler
Twice A Day
71%
Once A Day
24%
Thrice A Day
3%
Four Times A *
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Formoflo Transhaler for?
Asthma
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Formoflo 125 Transhaler?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Formoflo Transhaler?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Formoflo 125 Transhaler on price
Expensive
100%
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