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About Airtio-F 6mcg/9mcg Inhaler

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is a respiratory medication primarily used to treat and prevent asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) like bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes) and emphysema (shortness of breath). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol (bronchodilator) and Tiotropium (anticholinergic).  Formoterol belongs to the class of bronchodilators. It is a long-acting beta-agonist that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Formoterol makes breathing easier by widening the airways. Tiotropium works by blocking the receptors for acetylcholine released in the cholinergic nerve endings in the airways. FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thereby, it provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose, and sinus discomfort. It helps to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children.

Uses of Airtio-F 6mcg/9mcg Inhaler

Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchitis and Emphysema.

Medicinal Benefits of Airtio-F 6mcg/9mcg Inhaler

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM improves pulmonary function and effectively treats and prevents the worsening of emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes). FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is a combination of two medicines, namely: Formoterol (bronchodilator) and Tiotropium (anticholinergic). Formoterol is a long-acting β2 agonist and bronchodilator. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways. Tiotropium works by blocking the receptors for acetylcholine which are released in the cholinergic nerve endings in the airways. FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM relaxes and widens the airway's openings, making it easier for the air to get in and out of the lungs. Thereby, it provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose, and sinus discomfort. It helps to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children.

Directions for Use

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is available in the form of an inhaler, autohaler, rotacap/transcaps, capsules, and rotadisk. Your doctor will advise the dose and duration of FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM based on the severity of your disease. Inhaler: Hold the inhaler with the mouthpiece facing downwards. Form a tight seal by placing your lips around the mouthpiece. Start breathing slowly with your mouth and push down the inhaler once. Remove the inhaler and breathe normally. Rotacap: Rotacap is a capsule with powdered medication which is placed in Rotahaler. Rotahaler is a breath-activated plastic inhalation device that releases the medication when you breathe. Place the rotahaler between your teeth and seal it with your lips. Tilt your head slightly and breathe with your mouth deeply while you press the rotahaler. Remove the device and breathe out normally. Autohaler: Autohaler is a breath-activated device that releases the medication when you inhale. Shake the autohaler well before using it. Hold it upright and push the lever up. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and seal your lips around it. Breathe in slowly and deeply to release the medication from the device. Hold your breath for 10 seconds and breathe out normally. Push the lever down and replace the cap. Capsule: FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM capsule should not be taken through the mouth. The capsule form of FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM contains powdered medication, which is to be inserted into the inhaling device/inhaler. It releases the medicine when you breathe in deeply with your mouth through the inhaler. Rotadisk: Rotadisk is a silver-colored aluminum foil disk that contains four blisters to place the medication. The medicine is to be inhaled through the mouth from the Rotadisk using a plastic device called Diskhaler.

Side Effects of Airtio-F 6mcg/9mcg Inhaler

Nausea

Vomiting

Respiratory tract infection

Headache

Sore throat

Cough

Dry mouth

Constipation

Blurred vision

Bone or muscle or joint pain

increased heart rate

Chills

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Like Formoterol, bronchodilators can cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood), therefore should be used with caution in patients with hypokalaemia to prevent any cardiovascular effects. Special precautions should be taken in patients with a fungal, bacterial, parasitic, or viral infection and tuberculosis since nasal or inhaled corticosteroids can cause secondary infections. FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and inform your doctor if you already have diabetes before using FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM. FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM may affect the unborn baby during pregnancy. Please let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or already pregnant and a lactating mother. FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is not recommended for children below five years of age.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM may interact with fluid retention drugs (furosemide), corticosteroids (budesonide, mometasone, beclomethasone), bronchodilators (vilanterol, salmeterol, albuterol), respiratory drugs (ipratropium), drugs treating irregular heartbeat (sotalol), and blood pressure medicines (metoprolol).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is contraindicated if you have any allergic reactions to medicines, heart, liver, kidney diseases, high blood pressure, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), aneurysm (swelling of an artery), pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumor), hyperadrenocorticism (high levels of cortisol), eye disorders like cataract and glaucoma, chickenpox or measles, immune system problem, seizure (fits), osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) and diabetes.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your side effects.

PREGNANCY

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM is not recommended to use during pregnancy since it may have harmful effects on the unborn baby. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or already pregnant before starting FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM.

BREAST FEEDING

It is not known if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRIVING

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness and increased/uneven heart rate while using FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

LIVER

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM.

KIDNEY

FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FORMOTEROL+TIOTROPIUM.