Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium
About Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium
Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is used for long-term maintenance treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the bronchial tube lining).
Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is a combination of Formoterol fumarate and Glycopyrronium. Formoterol fumarate prevents airway muscle contraction, making it easier for air to enter and exit the lungs. Glycopyrronium decreases the secretions in the airways.
In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as headache, nausea, dry mouth, chest pain, muscle cramps, dizziness, and frequent urination. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Do not stop taking Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium on your own, as it might cause worsening of symptoms. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is not recommended for children under 18 years old, as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Uses of Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium
• Management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium helps improve airflow and reduce symptoms in patients with COPD.
• Relief of breathing difficulty: This inhalation therapy relaxes airway muscles, making it easier to breathe in conditions like chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
• Control of airway inflammation: Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium reduces inflammation and prevents airway narrowing.
• Prevention of COPD exacerbations: Regular use reduces the frequency and severity of flare-ups in COPD patients.
• Improvement of lung function: This combination improves overall respiratory capacity and enhances physical exercise tolerance.
• Maintenance therapy in long-term respiratory conditions: It is used as a long-term maintenance treatment for ongoing control of obstructive airway diseases.
Medicinal Benefits
- Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is a combination of two medicines, namely: Formoterol fumarate and Glycopyrronium.
- Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium belongs to the group of medicines called bronchodilators, used to treat Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
- Formoterol fumarate is a long-acting beta-agonist that prevents the tightening of airway muscles, making it easier for air to enter and exit the lungs.
- Glycopyrronium is an anti-cholinergic that decreases the secretions in the airways.
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 instructions before using this medication. Place Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium at the base of the inhaler and twist the mouthpiece until you hear a clicking sound. Breathe deeply through the mouthpiece and hold your breath for 10 seconds.
- Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is for oral inhalation only. Do not swallow Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium.
- Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after using Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat.
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Side Effects of Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Painful and frequent urination
- Chest pain
- Muscle cramps
Drug Warnings
- Do not use Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium if you are allergic to any of its contents.
- Inform your doctor if you have asthma, heart problems, seizures/epilepsy, thyroid gland problems, diabetes, narrow-angle glaucoma, kidney problems, severe liver problems, if you have any difficulty in passing urine or if you are taking any medicines for lung diseases.
- Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.
- Avoid consuming alcohol, as it might cause increased dizziness.
- Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is not recommended for children below 18 years, as safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin), beta-blockers (timolol, atenolol, propranolol), xanthine (theophylline), diuretics (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), or steroids (prednisolone).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, difficulty in urination, heart problems, seizures, gastrointestinal obstruction, arrhythmia, hypertension, myasthenia gravis, or infectious diarrhoea.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeYou are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium as it might cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorConsult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionFormoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium may cause dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have liver disease or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have kidney disease or any concerns regarding this.
Children
unsafeFormoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
- Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice, as they may worsen symptoms.
- Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an attack.
- Quit smoking as it may irritate the lungs and worsen breathing problems.
- Learn breathing exercises like pursed-lip breathing. It helps provide relief from COPD.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases characterised by emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, or wheezing (a whistling sound while breathing).
FAQs
Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is indicated for long-term, maintenance treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium contains Formoterol fumarate and Glycopyrronium. Formoterol fumarate relaxes and widens the openings in the airways, making it easier for air to get in and out of the lungs. Glycopyrronium decreases the secretions in the airways. Together, Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium provides relief from COPD.
Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is indicated for the maintenance treatment for COPD. It does not treat a sudden attack of wheezing or breathlessness. Use a rescue inhaler to treat sudden breathing problems.
Dry mouth could be a side effect of Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, and drinking water regularly.
Do not stop using Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium on your own, as this might worsen symptoms. To treat your condition effectually, continue using Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Talk to your doctor if your breathing problems, wheezing, or cough do not improve or worsen.
No, Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is not indicated for the treatment of asthma, as its safety and effectiveness in patients with asthma have not been established. Consult your doctor if you have asthma.
Consult your doctor if you are diabetic, as it might sometimes raise blood sugar levels. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels whilst taking Formoterol Fumarate+glycopyrronium is advised.
