ForAir 500 Respicap Information

ForAir 500 Respicap is a prescription drug, available for use as Respicaps. Secondary and off-label uses of ForAir 500 Respicap have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of ForAir 500 Respicap depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of ForAir 500 Respicap include Shortness of Breath, Throat Irritation, Nosebleed. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of ForAir 500 Respicap as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of ForAir 500 Respicap are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

ForAir 500 Respicap's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, ForAir 500 Respicap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the ForAir 500 Respicap related warnings section.

Other contraindications of ForAir 500 Respicap have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, ForAir 500 Respicap may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that ForAir 500 Respicap is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Forair Benefits & Uses
Forair Dosage & How to Take
Forair Side Effects
Forair Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Forair with Other Drugs
Forair Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Forair
Forair Interactions with Food and Alcohol

ForAir 500 Respicap Benefits & Uses

ForAir 500 Respicap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

ForAir 500 Respicap Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mcg Salmeterol and 500 mcg Fluticasone in 1 puff
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mcg Salmeterol and 250 mcg Fluticasone in 1 puff
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mcg Salmeterol and 250 mcg Fluticasone in 1 puff

ForAir 500 Respicap Related Warnings

Is the use of ForAir 500 Respicap safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Forair. It is best to stop taking Forair immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of ForAir 500 Respicap safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Forair as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of ForAir 500 Respicap on the Kidneys?

Using Forair does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of ForAir 500 Respicap on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Forair. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of ForAir 500 Respicap on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Forair. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Severe Interaction of ForAir 500 Respicap with Other Drugs

ForAir 500 Respicap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Selegiline

Itraconazole

Indinavir

Clarithromycin

Ritonavir

Ketoconazole

Mifepristone

Amoxicillin,Pantoprazole,Clarithromycin

Moderate

Rasagiline

Clarithromycin

Ketoconazole

Amitriptyline

Amoxapine

Caffeine

Moxifloxacin

Acetazolamide

Adalimumab

Metformin

Aspirin

Losartan,Amlodipine,Hydrochlorothiazide

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

ForAir 500 Respicap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take ForAir 500 Respicap unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Hyperthyroidism
Liver Disease
Thyroid problems
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Allergy
Infections
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease
Cataract
Malnutrition
Cushing's Syndrome
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about ForAir 500 Respicap

Is this ForAir 500 Respicap habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to ForAir 500 Respicap.

ForAir 500 Respicap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and ForAir 500 Respicap

There is no information on the effects of taking ForAir 500 Respicap with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and ForAir 500 Respicap

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking ForAir 500 Respicap.

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Seroflo 25 Mcg/500 Mcg Multihaler - ₹380
Seroflo 50 Inhaler - ₹264
Seroflo 50 Mcg/250 Mcg Multihaler - ₹350
Seroflo 125 Inhaler - ₹429
Combiwave SF 25 Mcg/125 Mcg Inhaler - ₹298
Combiwave SF 25 Mcg/250 Mcg Inhaler - ₹423

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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