Fomtide 200 Octacap

Fomtide 200 Octacap is a combination of two medicines in one inhaler. It relieves the long-term symptoms of asthma and COPD, making breathing easier. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and relaxes the muscles in the airways. Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you don't have any symptoms. That means it’s doing its job. If you stop taking it your symptoms may get worse. This medicine should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your rescue inhaler. To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it does not work as well. The most common side effects include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, and respiratory tract infection. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can prevent some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you're worried about them. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

• Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Treatment and prevention of Asthma

Fomtide 200 Octacap is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Budesonide. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Budesonide is a steroid. It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Stomach discomfort
• Cough
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Sinus inflammation
• Fungal infection of oropharynx
• Tremors
• Palpitations
• Voice change
• Pharyngolaryngeal pain
• Influenza
• Back pain
• Oral fungal infection

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fomtide 200 Octacap.

PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fomtide 200 Octacap is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fomtide 200 Octacap is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

DrivingNONE

No interaction found/established

KidneyNONE

No interaction found/established

LiverNONE

No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Fomtide 200 Octacap, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Respiratory