Foracort Forte Inhaler (Budesonide/Formoterol)

What is Foracort Forte Inhaler?

Foracort Forte Inhaler 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.

How Foracort Forte Inhaler Works

Foracort Forte Inhaler is a combination of two medicines:

Formoterol and Budesonide. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator that works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widening 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.

How To Use Foracort Forte Inhaler

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler.

While you are breathing in from your 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. Afterward, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Benefits Of Foracort Forte Inhaler

Foracort Forte 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 Foracort Forte 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 Foracort

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

Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Foracort Forte Inhaler.

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

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

What If You Forget To Take Foracort Forte Inhaler?

If you miss a dose of Foracor t Inhaler, 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.

FAQ’s

Q. What is Foracort  prescribed for?

A. Foracort Inhaler is prescribed to treat symptoms of obstructive airway diseases like asthma and chronic pulmonary obstructive disease.

The usual symptoms of obstructive airway diseases like asthma and COPD are wheezing, shortness of breath, breathlessness, and chest tightness.

Q. Does Foracort Forte Inhaler contain steroids?

A. Budesonide, which is a component of foracort, is a corticosteroid.

Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medicines used to treat a range of conditions like asthma. They’re different from anabolic steroids which are used illegally to gain muscle mass.

Q. Will Foracort Forte Inhaler be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

A. No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are not getting relieved by the recommended doses, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.