Foracort 1 Respules

Composition of Foracort 1 Respules

Foracort 1 Respules contains Budesonide (1mg/2ml) + Formoterol Fumarate (20mcg/2ml). It belongs to the Inhaled corticosteroid (Budesonide) + Long-acting beta2-agonist LABA (Formoterol) class of medicines.

Uses of Foracort 1 Respules

• Maintenance treatment of asthma and COPD requiring inhaled corticosteroid with long-acting bronchodilator; helps prevent wheezing
• breathlessness and chest tightness.

Key benefits

• Reduces airway inflammation
• Improves breathing and airflow
• Prevents asthma/COPD symptoms and exacerbations
• Decreases wheezing and chest tightness
• Provides long-lasting bronchodilation

How Foracort 1 Respules works

Budesonide is an inhaled corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation and swelling, decreasing mucus and hyperreactivity. Formoterol is a long-acting beta2-agonist that relaxes bronchial smooth muscle to keep airways open and improve breathing.

How to take Foracort 1 Respules

For nebulisation only. Use the respule contents in a nebulizer as prescribed by the doctor, usually 1–2 times daily. Do not swallow or inject. Use regularly at the same time; rinse mouth/throat after nebulisation to reduce oral thrush. Not for acute sudden breathing attacks—use a rescue bronchodilator as advised.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, marked tremor, headache and a fall in blood potassium. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Foracort 1 Respules

Most side effects of Foracort are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Throat irritation
• hoarseness
• cough
• headache
• tremor
• palpitations
• nausea
• dry mouth
• oral thrush (candidiasis)
• upper respiratory tract infection

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Foracort 1 Respules

Warnings and precautions

Not for relief of acute bronchospasm/status asthmaticus. Do not stop suddenly without medical advice. Risk of oral fungal infection—rinse mouth after use. Use with caution in heart disease/arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, seizures, and in patients with infections (including tuberculosis). Long-term/high-dose inhaled steroids may cause adrenal suppression, reduced bone mineral density, cataract/glaucoma, and growth suppression in children. Seek urgent care if breathing worsens or rescue inhaler use increases.

Do not take Foracort if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to the propellant used in the inhaler.

Interactions with other medicines

Beta-blockers (may reduce effect), other sympathomimetics (additive side effects), diuretics/xanthines/corticosteroids (may increase hypokalemia risk), strong CYP3A4 inhibitors like ketoconazole/itraconazole/ritonavir/cobicistat (increase budesonide exposure), MAO inhibitors/tricyclic antidepressants (may increase cardiovascular effects)

How to store Foracort 1 Respules

Store below 25°C in the original pack, protected from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children. Use respule immediately after opening; discard any leftover solution.

Expert advice for Foracort 1 Respules

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>It contains two medicines in one inhaler for control of long term asthma and COPD symptoms.</li> <li>It does not relieve sudden symptoms. Always use a rescue inhaler to treat sudden symptoms.</li> <li>Tell your doctor immediately if your breathing problem worsens, or if rescue inhaler does not relieve symptoms.</li> <li>Do not discontinue unless advised by your doctor.</li> <li>Rinse your mouth with water after each use to prevent infections in the mouth and throat.</li> <li>Carry your rescue inhaler wherever you go.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Anti-asthmatic / COPD (Inhaled corticosteroid + bronchodilator)

Drug class:

Inhaled corticosteroid (Budesonide) + Long-acting beta2-agonist LABA (Formoterol)