Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler
Prescription Required
Introduction of Zovair Inhaler
Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler is used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler is a combination of two medicines:Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler1 and Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler2.
Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler is a combination of two medicines:Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler1 and Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler2.
Uses of Zovair Inhaler
Benefits of Zovair Inhaler
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler helps the airways in your lungs to stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It relieves symptoms of COPD, such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and helps 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 the doctor.
Side effects of Zovair 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 youβre worried about them
Common side effects of Zovair
- Cough
- Headache
- Increased heart rate
- Dryness in mouth
- Dry throat
- Blurred vision
- Glaucoma
- Difficulty in urination
- Urinary retention
- Constipation
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Sinus inflammation
- Stomach discomfort
- Fungal infection of oropharynx
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Voice change
- Dizziness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
- Taste change
How to use Zovair 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 Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zovair 160mcg/12mcg 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
Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler 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
Zovair Inhaler
- Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler is prescribed for the treatment of asthma and COPD.
- 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.
- You might experience dryness in the mouth. 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 use.
- Avoid smoking as it irritates the lungs and will make your condition worse.
- If you have diabetes you may need to check your blood glucose more frequently, as Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler may affect the levels of sugar in your blood. Your doctor will advise you about this.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler
Once A Day
82%
Twice A Day
18%
What are you using Zovair Inhaler for?
Chronic obstr*
50%
Asthma
50%
*Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Poor
33%
What were the side-effects while using Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler?
Headache
50%
Dryness in mo*
50%
*Dryness in mouth
How do you take Zovair Inhaler?
With food
100%
Please rate Zovair 160mcg/12mcg Inhaler on price
Average
100%
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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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