Combivair 400mcg/6mcg Rotacaps (30s)

Description

Combivair 400 is a prescription inhaled combination of budesonide and formoterol used for the regular control of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The rotacapsule is intended for inhalation through a suitable dry-powder inhaler and must not be swallowed.

• Manufacturer Name: Highnoon
• Drug Class: Inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta2-agonist bronchodilator
• Dosage Form: Inhalation Rotacapsule
• Storage: Store in the original package in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture, heat, and direct light. Keep out of reach of children and do not use after the expiry date.
• Pack Size: Pack of 30 Capsules

Ingredients

• Budesonide 400 mcg
• Formoterol fumarate 6 mcg

Benefits

• Regular maintenance treatment of asthma
• Maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Reduction of airway inflammation, wheezing, and breathing difficulty
• Improvement of lung function and prevention of respiratory symptoms

Usage & Safety

For Adult

• Use only as prescribed by a physician; a commonly prescribed regimen is one rotacapsule inhaled twice daily.
• Insert the capsule into the prescribed inhaler device and inhale the powder through the mouthpiece; do not swallow the capsule.
• Rinse the mouth with water after inhalation to reduce the risk of oral thrush and hoarseness.
• This medicine is generally used regularly and is not intended to replace a fast-acting rescue inhaler for sudden severe breathing symptoms.

For Children

• Use in children only under the direction of a pediatrician or respiratory specialist.
• The appropriate dose depends on age, disease severity, previous treatment, and inhaler technique.
• Safety and dosing should be individually assessed in children, particularly those younger than 6 years.
• Children should be supervised to ensure correct inhaler use and should not swallow the rotacapsule.

Side Effects

• Common effects may include throat irritation, cough, hoarseness, headache, tremor, nervousness, nausea, and muscle cramps.
• Oral or throat fungal infection may occur; rinsing the mouth after use can help reduce this risk.
• Formoterol may cause palpitations, fast heartbeat, or changes in blood potassium or blood glucose.
• Long-term corticosteroid exposure may contribute to reduced bone mineral density, cataracts, glaucoma, or adrenal effects.
• Obtain immediate medical attention for severe allergic reaction, chest pain, marked irregular heartbeat, or worsening bronchospasm.

Contraindications

• Do not use in patients with a known allergy to budesonide, formoterol, or any capsule ingredient.
• Not intended for treatment of an acute asthma attack or sudden severe bronchospasm.
• Use cautiously in patients with heart disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disorders, seizure disorders, osteoporosis, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, or untreated respiratory infections.
• Do not discontinue regular treatment abruptly without medical advice.
• Seek urgent care if breathing worsens immediately after inhalation or if severe allergic symptoms occur.

Precautions & Warnings

• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, and some HIV medicines may increase budesonide exposure.
• Beta-blockers may reduce or oppose the effect of formoterol and may worsen bronchospasm.
• Other long-acting beta2-agonists, sympathomimetics, theophylline, or aminophylline may increase cardiovascular or tremor-related effects.
• Diuretics, corticosteroids, and medicines that lower potassium may increase the risk of hypokalemia and cardiac effects.
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants may increase cardiovascular effects and should be used only with medical supervision.
• Tell the prescriber about all medicines, supplements, and inhalers being used.

Pregnancy

• Use during pregnancy only when specifically recommended by a healthcare professional after assessing benefits and potential risks.
• Inhaled budesonide has relatively substantial pregnancy experience, but the combination should still be used at the lowest effective prescribed dose.
• Discuss breastfeeding with a physician; monitoring of the infant may be advised because formoterol-specific lactation data are limited.

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