Foratec
Foratec Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Foratec Products
Uses of Foratec Products
Arformoterol is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Foratec Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Foratec are Tremors, Headache, Rash, Back pain, Increased potassium level in blood, Breathlessness, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Chest pain, Nervousness, Pain, Sinus inflammation, Leg cramps, Flu-like symptoms, Peripheral edema, Chest congestion, Weakness, Fever, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), High white blood cell count.
How Foratec Products work
Arformoterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Patient Concerns about Foratec Products
Frequently asked questions about Foratec Products
Frequently asked questions about Arformoterol
Q. Is Foratec Respules a steroid?
No, Foratec Respules is not a steroid. It belongs to a class of medicine called long-acting beta-agonist (LABA), which works by relaxing the muscles that let air into your lungs. his helps you breathe easier in case of COPD.
Q. How many times a day should I use Foratec Respules?
This medicine comes as a solution (liquid) to inhale by mouth using a nebulizer (a machine that turns medication into a mist that can be inhaled). It is usually inhaled twice a day in the morning and the evening. It is advisable to inhale at around the same time every day and space your doses about 12 hours apart.
Q. Is it safe to take Foratec Respules if I have heart disease?
Yes, it is considered safe, but its use depends on the severity of your heart problem. If you experience chest pain or any other symptom of worsening heart disease while taking Foratec Respules, seek immediate medical advice.
Q. What are some of the serious side-effects of Foratec Respules?
Some of the serious side-effects of this medicine are fast or pounding heartbeat, chest pain, rash swelling of the eyes, face, tongue, lips, mouth, and difficulty in breathing. If you experience any of these, inform your doctor without any delay.
Q. Can I smoke if I have been prescribed Foratec Respules?
No, you should not smoke while taking Foratec Respules. Smoking irritates the lungs. The medicine may make breathing more difficult, especially in patients who have asthma. Take advice from your doctor if you are finding it hard to avoid smoking.
Q. Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Foratec Respules?
Foratec Respules may cause blood sugar levels to rise. Therefore, your doctor may adjust your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines accordingly. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly and consult your doctor if you notice a sudden rise.
Q. Can I use Foratec Respules with albuterol?
Using Foratec Respules with albuterol may put you at higher risk for side effects in your heart, such as a raising your heart rate and blood pressure or irregular heart rhythm.
Q. Can Foratec Respules be used for the treatment of asthma?
No, this medicine cannot be used to treat asthma. You need to inform your doctor who might prescribe you other medications for asthma.
Q. I have started using Foratec Respules and I am experiencing headaches and back pain. Is this because of Foratec Respules and will these go away?
Yes, it could be due to Foratec Respules. For any kind of pain after using Foratec Respules, it is advisable to take sufficient rest, a good diet and avoid alcohol. Usually, headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor.
Q. Can Foratec Respules be used in children?
No, this medicine should not be used in children as the safety and efficacy of Foratec Respules have not been established in pediatric patients.
Q. What are the benefits of using a nebulizer compared to an inhaler for COPD?
A nebulizer takes less training than inhalers to use it correctly. It may be more easier to use than an inhaler during a COPD attack. It can also be easier to use for taking large doses of a medicine.
Products for Foratec
Foratec Respules
strip of 2 ml Respules
MRP
₹28
Foratec Respules
packet of 5 respules
MRP
₹140
Not Available
Foratec Rotacap
bottle of 30 rotacaps
MRP
₹71
Not Available
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