Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
Contains / Salt: Formoterol (6 mcg) + Budesonide (400 mcg)
Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
Contains / Salt: Formoterol (6 mcg) + Budesonide (400 mcg)
30 Rotacaps in 1 Packet
Prescription Required
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Foracort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Respules,Inhaler,Rotacaps. Asthma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Foracort have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Foracort depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Foracort include Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Foracort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Foracort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Foracort is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Foracort related warnings talks about Foracort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Foracort contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Foracort have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Foracort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Foracort is used to treat the following -
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Foracort is used -
Is the use of Foracort safe for pregnant women?
Foracort may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Foracort, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
ModerateIs the use of Foracort safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Foracort. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Foracort on the Kidneys?
Foracort is completely safe for kidneys.
SafeWhat is the effect of Foracort on the Liver?
Using Foracort does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
SafeWhat is the effect of Foracort on the Heart?
Foracort may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
MildForacort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Atenolol
Propranolol
Hydrochlorothiazide
Quinidine
Prednisolone
Ritonavir
Ketoconazole
Levodopa
Amitriptyline
Theophylline
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Foracort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Foracort habit forming or addictive?
Foracort is not addictive in nature.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Foracort since it does not cause drowsiness.
SafeIs it safe?
Foracort should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Foracort is not used to treat mental disorders.
NoInteraction between Food and Foracort
You can take Foracort with food.
SafeInteraction between Alcohol and Foracort
Taking Foracort with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe