Foracort

 8773 people have bought this recently

Select the variant of Foracort

Foracort 100 Inhaler (1) 1 इनहेलर 1 पैकेट ₹ 266 ₹280.67 5% OFF Save: ₹14
Foracort Forte Inhaler (1) 1 इनहेलर 1 पैकेट ₹ 740.89 ₹778.09 4% OFF Save: ₹38
Foracort 100 Rotacap (30) 30 रोटाकैप्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 134.37 ₹141.45 5% OFF Save: ₹7
Foracort 200 Autohaler (1) 1 इनहेलर 1 पैकेट ₹ 334.5 ₹352.12 5% OFF Save: ₹18
Foracort 200 Rotacap (30) 30 रोटाकैप्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 189.3 ₹210.33 10% OFF Save: ₹21
Foracort 200 Inhaler (1) 1 इनहेलर 1 पैकेट ₹ 425.16 ₹447.54 5% OFF Save: ₹22
Foracort 400 Rotacap (30) 30 रोटाकैप्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 255.36 ₹268.8 5% OFF Save: ₹13
Foracort 400 Inhaler (1) 1 इनहेलर 1 पैकेट ₹ 458.18 ₹510.72 10% OFF Save: ₹52
Foracort Forte Rotacap (30) 30 रोटाकैप्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 400.56 ₹421.65 5% OFF Save: ₹21
Foracort 0.5 Mg Respule (1) 1 रेस्प्यूल्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 69.19 ₹72.84 5% OFF Save: ₹3
Foracort 1 Mg Respule (1) 1 रेस्प्यूल्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 77.78 ₹81.87 5% OFF Save: ₹4
Foracort 1 Mg Respule (5) 5 रेस्प्यूल्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 64.96 ₹67.67 4% OFF Save: ₹3
Foracort 0.5 Mg Respule (5) 5 रेस्प्यूल्स 1 पैकेट ₹ 345.9 ₹364.5 5% OFF Save: ₹19
Foracort 400 Synchrobreathe Inhaler 120 MDI इनहेलर 1 पैकेट ₹ 573.27 ₹603.45 5% OFF Save: ₹30
Foracort 200 Synchrobreathe Inhaler 120 MDI इनहेलर 1 पैकेट ₹ 513.26 ₹540.28 5% OFF Save: ₹27
myUpchar Recommended - 32% more Savings
Budetrol 200 Rotacap
Budetrol 200 Rotacap 30 Rotacaps in 1 Packet ₹178.49 ₹187.854% off  BUY NOW

  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Formoterol (6 mcg) + Budesonide (200 mcg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
    • This medicine is not available on Cash on Delivery(CoD)

    Foracort Information

    Foracort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Respules,Inhaler,Rotacaps. Asthma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Foracort have also been mentioned below.

    The correct dosage of Foracort depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Common side effects of Foracort include Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Foracort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Foracort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Foracort is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Foracort related warnings talks about Foracort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Foracort contraindications section.

    Drug interactions for Foracort have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

    In addition to the above precautions for Foracort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.


    Foracort Benefits & Uses

    Foracort is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Foracort 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: 2 puff
    • Dosage Form: Inhaler
    • Dosage Route: Inhalational
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Asthma
    • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
    • Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff
    • Dosage Form: Inhaler
    • Dosage Route: Inhalational
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: strength 80 mcg budesonide and 4.5 mcg formoterol in one puff, above 6 years old can take
    Adult
    • Disease: Asthma
    • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
    • Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff
    • Dosage Form: Inhaler
    • Dosage Route: Inhalational
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Asthma
    • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
    • Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff
    • Dosage Form: Inhaler
    • Dosage Route: Inhalational
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff

    Foracort Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Foracort is used -

    Mild

    • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
    • Sore throat

    Common

    Foracort Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Foracort safe for pregnant women?


      Foracort may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Foracort again without your doctor's advice.

      Moderate
    • Is the use of Foracort safe during breastfeeding?


      If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Foracort. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Foracort on the Kidneys?


      There are no side effects of Foracort on the kidneys.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Foracort on the Liver?


      Using Foracort does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Foracort on the Heart?


      Foracort has very mild side effects on the heart.

      Mild

    Severe Interaction of Foracort with Other Drugs

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

    Moderate


    Foracort Contraindications

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


    Frequently asked Questions about Foracort

    • Is this Foracort habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Foracort has not been reported.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Foracort since it will not make you feel sleepy.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Foracort only as per medical advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, the use of Foracort in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Foracort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Foracort


      Taking Foracort with food does not cause any problems.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Foracort


      Consumption of alcohol and Foracort together may have severe effects on your health.

      Severe

    See all substitutes for Foracort


    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience

    Ayurvedic Alternatives from myUpchar Ayurveda

    Cough Relief 60 Capsule in 1 Bottle ₹716 ₹79910% off
    Tulsi Drops 30 ml Aksir in 1 Bottle ₹286 ₹32010% off
    See more

    In stock alternatives of Foracort (based on Formoterol (6 mcg) + Budesonide (200 mcg))

    Digihaler FB 400 Inhaler 1 Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹485 5115% off
    Formonide 400 Inhaler 120 mdi Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹431 4545% off
    Formonide 200 Inhaler 120 mdi Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹402 44610% off
    Foracort 400 Inhaler (1) 1 Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹458 51010% off
    Foracort 200 Inhaler (1) 1 Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹425 4475% off
    Foracort 200 Autohaler (1) 1 Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹334 3525% off

    You may also like

    Budate 200 Transhaler 1 Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹376 ₹3965% off
    Budecort 100 Inhaler 1 Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹300 ₹3154% off
    Digihaler FB 400 Inhaler 1 Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹485 ₹5115% off
    Budetrol 200 Inhaler 120 mdi Inhaler in 1 Packet ₹301 ₹3175% off