Uses of Formocort MDI 4.5/160

Asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Side effects of Formocort MDI 4.5/160

Cough
Fungal infection of mouth
Headache
Hoarseness of voice
Increased heart rate
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Nausea
Respiratory tract infection
Sore throat
Vomiting

How to use Formocort MDI 4.5/160

Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until your hear a click and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds. If some powder remains in the rotahaler repeat the process.

How Formocort MDI 4.5/160 works

Formocort MDI 4.5/160 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.

Quick Tips

It contains two medicines in one inhaler for control of long term asthma and COPD symptoms.
It does not relieve sudden symptoms. Always use a rescue inhaler to treat sudden symptoms.
Tell your doctor immediately if your breathing problem worsens, or if rescue inhaler does not relieve symptoms.
Do not discontinue unless advised by your doctor.
Rinse your mouth with water after each use to prevent infections in the mouth and throat.
Carry your rescue inhaler wherever you go.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Formocort MDI 4.5/160.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Formocort MDI 4.5/160 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Formocort MDI 4.5/160 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