Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette
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Product introduction
Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette is used for the treatment of 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.
The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, vomiting, dizziness, nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), and insomnia. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you're worried about them.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding
The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, vomiting, dizziness, nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), and insomnia. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you're worried about them.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding
Uses of Fomtrop Diskette
Benefits of Fomtrop Diskette
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.
Side effects of Fomtrop Diskette
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 Fomtrop
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dryness in mouth
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
How to use Fomtrop Diskette
Take it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Fomtrop Diskette works
Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Tiotropium. Formoterol is a bronchodilator while Tiotropium is an anticholinergic. They work by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widen the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette 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
Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the baby for dry mouth, constipation, and urinary problems.
Monitor the baby for dry mouth, constipation, and urinary problems.
Driving
UNSAFE
Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Fomtrop Diskette?
If you miss a dose of Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette, take 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- If at any time your breathing gets worse, please contact your doctor or nurse for advice straightaway.
- Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation and damage to the lungs and will make your condition worse.
- If you have diabetes you may need to check your blood glucose more frequently, as Fomtrop 12 mcg/18 mcg Diskette can affect the levels of sugar in your blood. Your doctor will advise you about this.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
- If you are overweight, it is advisable to lose weight. This is because being overweight means that you have to work much harder to breathe in to inflate your lungs.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Marcoa FD, Verga M, Santus P, et al. Effect of formoterol, tiotropium, and their combination in patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A pilot study. Respiratory medicine. 2006; 100(11):1925-32. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Formoterol. Basle, Switzerland: Novartis Pharma AG; 2001 [revised Sep. 2012]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Tiotropium. Ingelheim am Rhein Germany: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH; 2016 [revised Jan. 2019]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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