Foradil 12 mcg caps.+ inhaler

Trade Name:

Foradil

Dry powder in capsules for inhalation

Composition

Formoterol fumarate dihydrate

Inactive ingredients:

Lactose monohydrate, gelatin

Properties

Inhaled formoterol works like other β2 agonists, causing bronchodilation by relaxing the smooth muscle in the airway so as to treat the exacerbation of asthma.

Indications

Formoterol is indicated in various formulations for the treatment of asthma and COPD.

Dosage and administration

Inhale the contents of the capsule by mouth using the inhaler device, usually one capsule twice daily (morning and evening) or as directed by your doctor. The two doses should be about 12 hours apart. Formoterol must always be used with its own special inhaler device. Use the new inhaler device that you get each time you refill your formoterol prescription. Always discard your old inhaler device. Do not use a «spacer» device with the inhaler.

Leave the capsule sealed in the foil packet until just before use. Wash and completely dry hands before touching the capsules. Be sure to inhale rapidly and deeply through the mouthpiece when using this drug. Open the inhaler after use. Check that the capsule is empty. If it is not empty, close the inhaler and repeat. Do not exhale into the inhaler.

Side effects

Shakiness (tremor), nausea, headache, dizziness, nervousness, dry mouth, stomach upset, tiredness, trouble sleeping, or hoarseness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.

Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: chest pain, fast/irregular heartbeat, severe dizziness, fainting.

Contraindications

Formoterol: Contraindicated for treatment of asthma without concomitant use of long-term asthma controller therapy (e.g., inhaled corticosteroids) because of risk of asthma-related death and hospitalization.

Formoterol/budesonide and formoterol/mometasone: Contraindicated as primary treatment of status asthmaticus or other acute episodes of asthma or COPD when intensive measures required.

Formoterol/glycopyrrolate: Not indicated for treatment of asthma.

Storage

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C away from heat or moisture.

Package:

Carton box holds 1 inhaler, 30 capsules and paper instructions.