Combihale FF 250 DPI Capsule

Quick info

Combihale FF 250 DPI Capsule is used in the treatment of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). Combihale FF 250 DPI Capsule is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe. Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. It’s important that you take the lowest dose needed to effectively control your asthma. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective so go on taking it even if you don't have any symptoms. That means it’s doing its job. If you stop taking it your asthma and COPD may get worse. It should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs use your quick-relief inhaler (reliever). To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right otherwise it Does not work as well.

How it works

Combihale FF 250 DPI Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Fluticasone Propionate. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Fluticasone Propionate is a steroid. It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together they make breathing easier.

Direction of use

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

Tips

• Combihale FF 250 DPI Capsule is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
• This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
• It should be taken at the same time each day.
• It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
• Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
• Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
• Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
• Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Combihale FF 250 DPI Capsule can lower blood potassium level.
• Only miniscule amounts of Combihale FF 250 DPI Capsule may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence serious side effects are unlikely.

Side Effects

• nausea
• vomiting
• respiratory tract infection
• fungal infections in the mouth
• headache
• hoarseness of voice
• sore throat
• cough
• musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
• and increased heart rate.