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Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is a combination medicine primarily used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This medicine helps open airways, reduce airway inflammation, and improve breathing. Thus, it reduces breathlessness, wheezing, and chest tightness.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

Inhalation

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation)

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is primarily used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) contains glycopyrrolate, formoterol fumarate dihydrate, and fluticasone propionate. It works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. This makes breathing easier.

Some people may experience headache, sore throat, stuffy nose, chest tightness, dry mouth, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) . Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) , as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood.

Uses of Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation)

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is used in the prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) are as follows:

  • Manages Asthma: Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) helps prevent and control asthma symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness by reducing airway inflammation and opening the airways.
  • Treats Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) helps treat COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema, by improving airflow, clearing mucus, and reducing lung inflammation to make breathing easier.

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Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Check the label for directions and use it as advised by the doctor.
  • Insert Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) into the inhaler device, inhale deeply and steadily through the mouthpiece, and hold your breath for 5-10 seconds.
  • Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is for inhalation only. Do not swallow Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .
  • Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after using Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat.

Key Benefits

When used as prescribed, Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) may offer the following benefits:

For Asthma:

  • Reduces airway inflammation, relaxes bronchial muscles, and opens airways to provide triple-action control.
  • Helps avoid asthma symptoms like coughing, wheezing, tightness in the chest, and shortness of breath.
  • Gradually makes breathing easier by improving lung function and airflow.
  • Reduces asthma episodes and nighttime symptoms when taken as directed regularly.
  • Helps patients with moderate to severe asthma who are not able to control their condition with single or dual medication achieve better long-term asthma control.

For COPD:

  • Helps relieve symptoms of COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
  • Improves airflow in the lungs, making breathing easier.
  • Reduces coughing, mucus buildup, and breathlessness, enhancing daily activity tolerance.

How Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) Works

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is a combination of three drugs, namely, glycopyrrolate (anticholinergic), Formoterol fumarate dihydrate (bronchodilator), and Fluticasone propionate (corticosteroid). • Glycopyrrolate decreases the secretions in the airways. • Formoterol fumarate works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. This makes breathing easier. • Fluticasone propionate works by acting on cells of the nasal lining and stops the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation)

Do not use Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) in more doses or more often than prescribed. If you have any unusual signs or symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • If you are allergic to Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor.
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .
  • Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is not recommended for children below 1 year of age.
  • If you experience severe difficulty in breathing, please consult a doctor immediately so that an alternative medicine may be prescribed.
  • Contact your doctor if you have blurred vision or any other vision disturbances while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .
  • Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) , as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Healthy eating habits:

  • To promote lung health, eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats.
  • Reduce your intake of processed and salty foods, which can exacerbate dyspnea and fluid retention.
  • Steer clear of items that cause bloating or acidity because a full stomach can make breathing difficult.
  • To keep mucus thin and simpler to remove, drink enough water.
  • Caffeine and alcohol should be avoided as they can exacerbate palpitations and dehydration.

Lifestyle modifications:

  • Give up smoking because it makes managing asthma and COPD much more difficult.
  • Steer clear of triggers, including smoking, dust, chilly air, and harsh smells.
  • As tolerated, engage in modest exercise and regular breathing exercises.
  • To lessen symptom flare-ups, limit stress and get enough sleep.

Physical activity:

  • Do regular light to moderate activity, like walking or cycling, to enhance breathing.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS]

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) with alcohol is unknown. However, avoid or limit consumption of alcohol while using Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Use Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Use Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. However, please consult your doctor before giving Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) to your child.

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Heart

Caution

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, please inform your doctor before using Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .

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Geriatrics

Caution

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) should be used with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. It is important to inform a healthcare professional before use.

FAQs

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is used to prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms, such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Also, it stops the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Thereby providing relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose, and sinus discomfort and making breathing easier.

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

You are not recommended to take sotalol with Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) as it may reduce the effectiveness of both medicines. Also, sotalol may trigger asthma attacks or worsen breathing problems by narrowing airways. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) as it may cause adverse effects such as muscle cramps, headache, high or low blood pressure, fits, severe chest pain, dry mouth, difficulty in sleeping, loss of appetite, nausea, tiredness, shaking or light-headedness. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) , please consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to stop taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) , please consult your doctor.

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) does not relieve a sudden asthma attack. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is not intended to treat acute bronchospasm. It is intended to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Consult your doctor if you have acute bronchospasm.

Take Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) is for inhalation only. Do not swallow it. Use Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after using Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat.

The common side effects of Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) may include headache, sore throat, stuffy nose, chest tightness, dry mouth, and constipation. Most of these side effects of Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) may interact with grapefruit and grapefruit juice. Therefore, avoid intake of grapefruit or its juice with Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) . Do not take any other medications along with Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) unless prescribed by your doctor. Avoid or limit consumption of alcohol while using Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) to avoid unpleasant side effects. If you experience severe difficulty in breathing, please consult a doctor immediately. Please inform your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) . Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) especially if you have diabetes as it may increase blood sugar levels. Always follow the doctor’s instructions while taking Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) .

Do not take Formoflo-G Capsule (Powder For Inhalation) along with other medications unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult the doctor if you are taking other medicines like bronchodilators (salbutamol, aminophylline, theophylline), steroids, heart-related medicines, antibiotics (telithromycin, furazolidone, clarithromycin), drugs used to lower high blood pressure (atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol), antidepressants, antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole), and HIV medicines.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3Rd Floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India Country Of Origin: India
Other Info - FOR0579

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