Forair Information
Forair is a prescription drug, available for use as Inhaler, Respicaps. Secondary and off-label uses of Forair have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Forair. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Forair are Shortness of Breath, Throat Irritation, Nosebleed. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Forair can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Forair are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Forair is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Forair has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Forair related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Forair have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Forair 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 Forair is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Forair Benefits & Uses
Forair is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Forair 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.
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Forair Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Forair is used -
Moderate
- Decreased potassium level in blood
Mild
- Rash
- Insomnia
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Nervousness
- Oropharyngeal pain
- Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
- Tremor
Common
- Shortness of Breath (Read More - How to Treat Shortness of Breath at Home: Natural Solutions)
- Throat Irritation
- Nosebleed (Read More - How to stop a nosebleed)
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Chest tightness
- Cough
- Nasal congestion
- Sneezing
- Sore throat
Unknown
- Stomach Upset
Forair Related Warnings
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Is the use of Forair safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Forair. It is best to stop taking Forair immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
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Is the use of Forair safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Forair as it bears very minor side effects for them.
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What is the effect of Forair on the Kidneys?
Using Forair does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
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What is the effect of Forair on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Forair. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
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What is the effect of Forair on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Forair. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Severe Interaction of Forair with Other Drugs
Forair should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Forair Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Forair unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Asthma
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Hyperthyroidism
- Liver Disease
- Thyroid problems
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Allergy
- Infections
- Osteoporosis
- Liver Disease
- Cataract
- Malnutrition
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Forair
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Is this Forair habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Forair.
Forair Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Forair
There is no information on the effects of taking Forair with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Forair
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Forair.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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7 Years of Experience
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