Uses of Forair

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Forair 250 medicine with the main ingredient is S almeterol Xinafoate used to treat chronic asthma including children and adults, can be treated in combination with bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids. So what is Forair, let's find out through the article below.

1. Ingredients, drug content Forair 250

Salmeterol: 25Mcg. Fluticasone furoate: 250Mcg. Dosage form: Aerosol spray. Packaging: box of 1 ampoule, 150 spray doses.

2. Uses and indications of Forair 250

Forair 250 is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of chronic asthma in both children and adults, combined treatment with bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids. Treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Chronic bronchitis. Emphysema . Uses - Mechanism of Forair:
Salmeterol is a long-acting and highly selective beta-2 sympathomimetic agonist with a long chain that binds to the outer surface of the receptor, producing bronchodilator effect. Fluticasone propionate contains potent anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid activity in the lungs, reducing symptoms and exacerbations of asthma, and with fewer side effects when systemic corticosteroids are used. Forair is prepared in the form of aerosol, the bronchodilator effect appears after 2-3 minutes, maximum from 5 to 15 minutes and lasts 3-4 hours. Forair is excreted in the urine within 24 hours, with a half-life of 3.8 hours. Forair in the form of an aerosol can be used in patients with hyperthyroidism, cardiac arrhythmias, coronary circulatory disorders, hypertension, diabetes, and patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors.

3. Dosage, how to use Forair 250

How to use: Hold spray bottle upright with index finger and thumb, shake well. The patient exhales evenly and puts the spray bottle in the mouth, between the teeth. Then close the mouth of the spray bottle with your lips, do not bite, tilt your head slightly back, inhale slowly and evenly, and press one dose while continuing to inhale evenly and deeply. Finally remove the inhaler, hold the breath for at least 10 seconds or as long as it feels comfortable, and exhale slowly.
Dosage:
Chronic asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Adults and children over 12 years old: Spray twice a day. Note:
Patients must take Forair regularly even when there are no symptoms and need to be examined by a doctor regularly to adjust the dosage of the drug being taken to be effective. Forair dosage above is for reference only. The specific dose depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose, you need to consult your doctor or healthcare professional. Do not adjust the dose of Forair 250 in the elderly or in patients with renal impairment. Do not give Forair 250 to a child under 12 years of age.

4. Overdose of Forair 250

Symptoms of Forair overdose: Headache, tachycardia, increased systolic blood pressure and hypokalemia, shivering. In the event of such an overdose, cardioselective beta-blockers should be used and caution should be exercised when administering these drugs to patients with a history of bronchospasm. Tell your doctor if you develop serious symptoms of an overdose of Forair.

5. Missed dose of Forair 250

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not increase the dose or double the prescribed dose.

6. Side effects when using Forair 250


Palpitations and headaches. Arrhythmia: Atrial fibrillation, tachycardia, extrasystoles. Angioedema, rash. Muscle and joint pain. Oral thrush, dry mouth. Voice change: Hoarseness, difficulty speaking. Throat irritation. Please inform your doctor about unwanted side effects for timely response and guidance during drug use.

7. Contraindications to the use of Forair 250

Forair 250 is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity or allergy to any of the ingredients of Forair 250. Do not use to relieve acute asthma. Use caution when using Forair 250 in the following cases:
Do not stop Forair suddenly during treatment. Forair is not a symptomatic treatment for acute asthma and should be used with caution in patients with active or latent TB. During the use of Forair, if there are signs of hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis failure such as hypotension, nausea, vomiting, dizziness or weakness, the drug should be discontinued or the frequency of administration reduced.

8. Forair 250 . drug interactions

Selective and nonselective beta-blockers in patients with reversible obstructive airways disease. Strong inhibitor of cytochrome P450 3A4 because of possible systemic corticosteroid side effects including Cushing's syndrome and adrenal suppression. The drug ketoconazole when co-administered with Forair 250 significantly increased the plasma concentration of salmeterol. Forair 250 is a medicine to treat chronic bronchial asthma, COPD, .... The drug needs to be used as prescribed by a doctor to ensure safe use of the drug. If you have any questions about Forair 250, please contact your doctor immediately for answers.

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