Foracort 100 Rotacap

What is Foracort 100 Rotacap?

Foracort 100 Rotacap is a combination inhaler containing two medicines:

• Formoterol (a long-acting bronchodilator)

• Budesonide (a corticosteroid)

It is used for the long-term management of:

• Asthma (treatment and prevention)

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

How Does It Work?

• Formoterol relaxes airway muscles, widening the airways for easier breathing.

• Budesonide reduces inflammation (swelling) in the lungs by blocking certain chemicals.

Key Benefits

✅ COPD Relief – Reduces chest tightness, wheezing, and breathlessness.
✅ Asthma Control – Prevents asthma attacks triggered by allergens, smoke, or exercise.
✅ Long-lasting effect – Works within minutes, effects last for hours.

How to Use?

• Do not swallow the capsule.

• Use with a Rotahaler:

  1. Place the capsule in the base (not the mouthpiece).

  2. Twist the mouthpiece until it clicks.

  3. Inhale deeply and hold breath for 10 seconds.

  4. Repeat if powder remains.

Common Side Effects

Most are mild and temporary:

• Headache

• Nausea, vomiting

• Throat irritation, cough

• Fungal mouth infections (rinse mouth after use)

• Tremors, palpitations (rare)

Important Safety Advice

⚠ Avoid Alcohol – Unsafe interaction.
⚠ Pregnancy & Breastfeeding – Generally safe, but consult a doctor.
⚠ Do NOT use for sudden asthma attacks – Keep a rescue inhaler (like salbutamol) handy.

What If You Miss a Dose?

• Take it as soon as you remember.

• Skip if close to the next dose. Do NOT double dose.

Final Tips

✔ Use regularly – Even if you feel fine.
✔ Rinse mouth after use – Prevents fungal infections.
✔ Check inhaler technique – Wrong use reduces effectiveness.

Always follow your doctor’s instructions for best results!