Zovair 160 Inhaler
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Uses of Zovair 160 Inhaler:
Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Composition of Zovair 160 Inhaler:
Formoterol 12mcg + Ciclesonide 160mcg
MRP:
₹
550
Inclusive of all Taxes
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Description
Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Uses
Formoterol is generally used in treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Ciclesonide is generally used in treatment of allergy symptoms and asthma
Ciclesonide is generally used in treatment of allergy symptoms and asthma
Side effects
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Hoarseness of voice
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Muscle cramp
- Oral infections
- Palpitations
- Restlessness
- Sore throat
- Tremor
How to use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray away from the cartilage diving the two sides of your nose and toward the sides of your nostril. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat in the other nostril.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray away from the cartilage diving the two sides of your nose and toward the sides of your nostril. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat in the other nostril.
How it works
Formoterol is a bronchodilator. It relaxes the muscles in the airways & respiratory tract to make the condition better. This helps in making the breathing easier.
Ciclesonide is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Ciclesonide is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Formoterol a steroid?
Formoterol is not a steroid but it belongs to the type of drug know as long-acting beta-agonists. Formoterol is also available with the combination of steroid in the form of an inhaler
Q. How long does it take to work and how long does it stay in the body?
Formoterol works better if it is taken before heavy workout or exercise. it is effective for 12 hours in the body so next dosage should not be taken before 12 hours.
Q. How does Formoterol work?
Formoterol helps in relaxing the muscle of the air passage which makes easier to breathe. It belongs to the group of drugs called long-acting beta agonists.
Q. What form does Formoterol come in?
Formoterol is available in a powered filled capsule for the inhaler and it is available as a solution for nebulizer use
Q. What is Formoterol fumarate/Formoterol fumarate dihydrate/Formoterol and budesonide/Formoterol and advair?
Formoterol fumarate and Formoterol fumerate dihydrate are different formulations of Formoterol. Budesonide is a steroid which may be prescribed by the doctor along with Formoterol. Advair is another long acting beta agonist which is the brand name for salmeterol and fluticasone
Q. Is Formoterol safe?
Formoterol is safe to take as per doctors prescription
Q. is Formoterol banned?
Formoterol is not banned
Q. Does Formoterol cause weight gain?
There is no evidence that Formoterol will cause weight gain
Q. Does Formoterol cause death/asthma-related death?
Usage of Formoterol will increase the risk of asthma-related death. still, it depends on the individual response, condition, and comorbidities
Q. Is Ciclesonide safe?
Ciclesonide is safe to use, provided you follow the doctor's advice on using the medication.
Formoterol is not a steroid but it belongs to the type of drug know as long-acting beta-agonists. Formoterol is also available with the combination of steroid in the form of an inhaler
Q. How long does it take to work and how long does it stay in the body?
Formoterol works better if it is taken before heavy workout or exercise. it is effective for 12 hours in the body so next dosage should not be taken before 12 hours.
Q. How does Formoterol work?
Formoterol helps in relaxing the muscle of the air passage which makes easier to breathe. It belongs to the group of drugs called long-acting beta agonists.
Q. What form does Formoterol come in?
Formoterol is available in a powered filled capsule for the inhaler and it is available as a solution for nebulizer use
Q. What is Formoterol fumarate/Formoterol fumarate dihydrate/Formoterol and budesonide/Formoterol and advair?
Formoterol fumarate and Formoterol fumerate dihydrate are different formulations of Formoterol. Budesonide is a steroid which may be prescribed by the doctor along with Formoterol. Advair is another long acting beta agonist which is the brand name for salmeterol and fluticasone
Q. Is Formoterol safe?
Formoterol is safe to take as per doctors prescription
Q. is Formoterol banned?
Formoterol is not banned
Q. Does Formoterol cause weight gain?
There is no evidence that Formoterol will cause weight gain
Q. Does Formoterol cause death/asthma-related death?
Usage of Formoterol will increase the risk of asthma-related death. still, it depends on the individual response, condition, and comorbidities
Q. Is Ciclesonide safe?
Ciclesonide is safe to use, provided you follow the doctor's advice on using the medication.
Expert Advice
- Do not use Formoterol inhalation to treat an asthma attack that has already begun.Do not use this drug, if you are allergic to Formoterol.Never place a capsule in the mouthpiece of the inhaler.Consult your doctor before taking Formoterol, If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast feeding.It should be taken as an inhaler or nebulizer after clearly following instructions of the doctor and the instructions given in the patient information leaflet in the medication box.
- Ciclesonide ‘dampens down’ inflammation in the lungs to provide long-term (maintenance) treatment of asthma and prevent disease progression.Ciclesonide will not work for an ongoing asthma attack. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.Learn the correct technique of using metered dose inhalers (MDI) and dry powder inhalers (DPI) to ensure that the right amount of medication reaches your lungs, and side effects are minimized.Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.Take it at the same time every day to prevent asthma attacks.Do not open and close the cover unnecessarily as you will lose the medicine.Never breathe out into the mouthpiece.Only minuscule amounts of Ciclesonide may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects such or weight gain are unlikely.
Product Details
SKU: PC-35314
Product Description: Zovair 160 Inhaler is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packing: Container
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Zovair 160 Inhaler is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packing: Container
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
