Formoflo 250mcg Transcaps

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Medical Description

Formoflo 250 transcaps is an anti-asthmatic medication. It contains a combination of fluticasone and formoterol as active substances. Formoflo 250 transcaps is used to prevent breathing difficulties due to asthma and other chest conditions. It also helps you to stop wheezing and becoming breathless. Use this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Before using Formoflo 250 transcaps, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history. This medicine should not be used in children under 12 years of age.

Product Summary

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Contains	Fluticasone(250.0 Mcg) + Formoterol(6.0 Mcg)
Uses	Asthma, COPD
Side effects	Headache, thrush, sore throat
Therapy	ANTI-ASTHMATIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

Formoflo 250 transcaps is used for the treatment and prevention of breathing difficulties due to asthma and other chest conditions.
It also helps you to stop wheezing and becoming breathless.

Contraindications of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

If you are allergic to fluticasone, formoterol, or any of the other ingredients of Formoflo 250 transcaps.

Side effects of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

Headache
Thrush
Sore throat

Precautions and Warnings of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

Pregnancy

Can I use Formoflo 250 during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the effect of Formoflo 250 transcaps in pregnant women. The use of this medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Formoflo 250 while breastfeeding?

No information is available on if Formoflo 250 transcaps pass into human breast milk. Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue breastfeeding or discontinue the medicine based on the need and the risk.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Formoflo 250?

Formoflo 250 transcaps has almost no effect on the ability to drive. However, if you experience any side effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Formoflo 250?

No, alcohol should not be consumed during treatment with Formoflo 250 transcaps.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

Your symptoms do not improve or worsen after using this medicine.
You had or have tuberculosis (TB).
You have fungal, viral or other infections of the lungs or chest.
You have a condition called thyrotoxicosis due to an overactive thyroid gland.
You have a tumor of the adrenal glands called phaeochromocytoma or your adrenal gland is not working properly.
You have diabetes or low blood potassium levels.
You have heart disorders like high blood pressure, enlarged heart muscle, ballooning at a weak spot in the artery wall (aneurysm), irregular/abnormal heart rhythm, heart failure or narrowed heart arte...
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You are taking medicines for treating asthma/chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (xanthine derivatives like theophylline), inflammation (steroids like prednisone) or fluid accumulation/high blood pr...
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You have low blood levels of potassium.
You develop symptoms like blurred vision or other vision disturbances after using this medicine.
You develop psychological or behavioural effects like sleep disorders, anxiety, depression or aggression (particularly in children) after using Formoflo 250 transcaps.
You are scheduled for surgery or have been through trauma.
You experience symptoms like abdominal pain, weight loss, tiredness, headache, nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, decreased level of consciousness, low blood sugar and fits/seizures after using thi...
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Directions for Use of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

Use Formoflo 250 transcaps exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Rinse your mouth, gargle or brush your teeth after using this medicine and spit out the residue to avoid a sore mouth or throat or a hoarse voice.
Do not stop using this medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

Storage and disposal of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

Store Formoflo 250 transcaps in a cool and dry place below 25°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

Overdose

The symptoms of overdose of Formoflo 250 transcaps include high/low blood pressure, headache, tremor, tiredness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth and muscle cramps.
If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Formoflo 250 transcaps, take it as soon as you remember.
If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

How Does It Work?

Formoflo 250 transcaps contains a combination of fluticasone and formoterol as active substances.
Fluticasone is a steroid that helps to reduce swelling and inflammation in the lungs.
Formoterol is a long-acting beta-2 agonist that acts as a bronchodilator. It makes it easier for you to breathe by helping the airways in your lungs to stay open.

Interactions of FORMOFLO 250MCG TRANSCAPS

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Formoflo 250 transcaps works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
The use of Formoflo 250 transcaps with medicines used for treating fungal infections (itraconazole), HIV (nelfinavir) and bacterial infections (clarithromycin) may increase the risk of side effects. T...
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The ECG changes and/or low blood potassium levels that may occur due to the use of medicines used for treating fluid accumulation (non-potassium sparing diuretics like a loop or thiazide diuretics) ca...
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There is an increased risk of irregular/abnormal heart rhythm if anaesthesia with halogenated hydrocarbons is used along with this medicine.
Heart-related side effects may be observed if Formoflo 250 transcaps is used with medicines used for the management of Parkinson's disease (levodopa), thyroid disorders (levothyroxine) and heart failu...
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A severe increase in blood pressure may occur if medicines are used for treating depression/Parkinson's disease (monoamine oxidase inhibitors like selegiline), protozoal infections (furazolidone) or H...
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Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines for the management of depression (tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline), psychotic symptoms (risperidone), irregular/abnormal heartb...
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Medicines containing adrenaline or other beta-agonists like salbutamol or atenolol should not be used together with Formoflo 250 transcaps.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Formoflo 250 used for?

A: Formoflo 250 transcaps is used for the treatment and prevention of breathing difficulties due to asthma and other chest conditions. It also helps you to stop wheezing and becoming breathless.

Q: How to use Formflo 250?

Use Formoflo 250 transcaps exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Rinse your mouth, gargle or brush your teeth after using this medicine and spit out the residue to avoid a sore mouth or throat or a hoarse voice.
Do not stop using this medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

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