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Alchohol Interaction | Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor. |
Pregnancy Interaction | Flomate 250 Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
Lactation Interaction | Flomate 250 Inhaler is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. |
Common Side Effect | Nausea, Vomiting, Respiratory tract infection, Fungal infections in the mouth, Headache, Hoarseness of voice, Sore throat, Cough, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Increased heart rate. |
How to Use | Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out. |
Driving | Flomate 250 Inhaler may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive. |
Kidney | Flomate 250 Inhaler is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Flomate 250 Inhaler may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
Liver | There is limited information available on the use of Flomate 250 Inhaler in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.A careful monitoring by the doctor is advised in these patients. |
Mechanism of action | Flomate 250 Inhaler is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Fluticasone. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Fluticasone is a steroid which stops the release of certain natural substances that cause inflammation (swelling) in the airways. Together, they make breathing easier. |
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