Uses of Beclomethasone+Formoterol

The combination of Beclomethasone+Formoterol is used in the management of asthma.

Therapeutic Category

Beclomethasone+Formoterol: anti-asthmatic drugs

How Beclomethasone+Formoterol works

Beclomethasone a corticosteroid works by blocking the action of cells responsible for causing inflammation in the airways (such as mast cells, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes, macrophages, and neutrophils).

Formoterol actively produces relaxation to the smooth muscles in the airway preventing constriction of smooth muscles and breathing difficulty. Thus, beclomethasone and formoterol act by reducing inflammation and dilating the airway smooth muscle facilitating normal breathing.

Common side effects of Beclomethasone+Formoterol

• Sore throat, abnormal voice
• Headache, tremor
• Fast heartbeat

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Weakened immune system (immunosuppression) which causes frequent infections such as ear infections, bronchitis, and skin infections symptoms include fever, pain, body pain, chills tiredness, nausea, and vomiting
• Reduced adrenal function (adrenal insufficiency), symptoms include
  tiredness, nausea, vomiting, lack of energy, low blood pressure, weakness
• Sudden breathing difficulty immediately after inhaling FULLFORM 200 ROTACAP
• Serious allergic reactions such as rash, swelling of your face, mouth, and tongue, hives, and breathing problems
• Serious reactions in the heart such as increased blood pressure, chest pain, irregular heartbeat
• Osteoporosis causing bone thinning or weakness
• Growth impairment in children and adolescents
• Decreased potassium levels (hypokalaemia) symptoms include less oxygen supply to tissues
• Eye problems including glaucoma, increased ocular pressure in eyes, cataracts, vision changes

Health Tips for Beclomethasone+Formoterol

• Use Beclomethasone+Formoterol exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not skip doses or stop taking them without consulting your doctor
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle and getting regular exercise, manage stress
• Avoid alcohol while using Beclomethasone+Formoterol, as alcohol can increase the risk of side effect
• Attend regular follow-up appointments with your healthcare provider to monitor your progress
• Drink an adequate amount of water daily to prevent dehydration
• Beclomethasone+Formoterol should be used with caution in pregnant women
• Beclomethasone+Formoterol is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women