Fomtide 400 Inhaler (Formoterol, Budesonide)

Fomtide 400 Inhaler(Formoterol, Budesonide) 

Fomtide 400 Inhaler is made by Sun Pharma which is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It consists two salts namely formoterol which contributes 6 mcg and Budesonide which contributes 400 mcg. Formoterol acts as a long acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscle in the airways and widens it. Budesonide is a proper steroid which stops the release of certain chemical messenger that causes inflammation of airways.

Once you are done with the process rinse your mouth thoroughly and with water in mouth spit it out. Some common side effects caused by this drug are Nausea, vomiting, respiratory tract infection, Hoarseness of voice, cough, headache and sore throat.

 Substitutes Available 

1. Formonide 400 Inhaler (by Zydus Cadila)
2. Digihaler FB 400 Inhaler (by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals)
3. Combihale FB 400 Inhaler (by Dr.Reddy Laboratory)
4. Budetrol 400 Inhaler (by Macleods Pharmaceuticals) 
5. Foracort 400 Inhaler (by Cipla Ltd.)

 Side Effects 

1. Headache 
2. Cough 
3. Dizziness

 Safety 

1. Pregnancy - Consult your doctor 
2. Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor
3. Allergy - Contraindicated if allergic to Formoterol / Budesonide or any other ingredient