Generic Name: Budesonide + Formoterol
Brand: Foracort
Company: Cipla Ltd.
Dosage Form: Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI)
Pack Size: 120 metered doses
Composition
Each actuation (puff) contains:
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Budesonide 100 mcg (Corticosteroid)
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Formoterol Fumarate Dihydrate 6 mcg (Long-acting Beta-2 Agonist – LABA)
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Propellant & excipients
Category
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Anti-asthmatic / Controller Inhaler
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Combination of Inhaled Corticosteroid (ICS) + LABA
Uses / Indications
Foracort Inhaler 100 is prescribed for long-term control of:
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Asthma – prevention of symptoms (not for immediate relief).
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
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Chronic bronchitis & emphysema.
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Reduces wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing.
How It Works
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Budesonide → reduces airway inflammation & swelling.
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Formoterol → relaxes airway muscles for up to 12 hours.
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Together → provide long-term asthma/COPD control, preventing attacks.
Dosage (General Guide – as directed by doctor)
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Adults & Children (≥6 years): 2 inhalations, twice daily.
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Not for sudden asthma attacks – a reliever inhaler (like Asthalin) should be used separately.
How to Use
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Shake well before use.
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Exhale fully, place mouthpiece between lips.
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Press canister while inhaling deeply.
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Hold breath for 5–10 seconds, then exhale.
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Rinse mouth after use to prevent oral infections.
Side Effects
Common: Throat irritation, hoarseness, oral thrush (fungal infection), cough, headache, tremors.
Serious (rare): Palpitations, chest pain, severe breathing difficulty, allergic reaction.
Precautions & Warnings
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Not a rescue inhaler (not for acute asthma attack).
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Use with caution in heart disease, diabetes, thyroid disorders, infections.
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Rinse mouth after each use to avoid fungal infection.
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Safe in pregnancy & breastfeeding only if prescribed.
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Do not stop suddenly without medical advice.
Storage
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Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight & heat.
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Do not puncture or burn even when empty.
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Keep out of reach of children.
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