Foracort 200 Rotacap (30)

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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Formoterol (6 mcg) + Budesonide (200 mcg)

Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) Information

Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Rotacaps. Asthma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30). Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) include Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) Benefits & Uses

Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff
  • Dosage Form: Inhaler
  • Dosage Route: Inhalational
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff
  • Dosage Form: Inhaler
  • Dosage Route: Inhalational
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 80 mcg budesonide and 4.5 mcg formoterol in one puff, above 6 years old can take
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff
  • Dosage Form: Inhaler
  • Dosage Route: Inhalational
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff
  • Dosage Form: Inhaler
  • Dosage Route: Inhalational
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff

Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) safe for pregnant women?


    Foracort may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Foracort again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Foracort on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) on the Liver?


    Using Foracort does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) on the Heart?


    Foracort has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) with Other Drugs

Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate


Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Foracort 200 Rotacap (30)

  • Is this Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Foracort 200 Rotacap (30)


    Taking Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Foracort 200 Rotacap (30)


    Consumption of alcohol and Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 231

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Entocort® Ec (budesonide)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pulmicort Respules™ (budesonide)

Product Description [Internet]: SYMBICORT. AstraZeneca

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