Airtec FF 250 Inhaler 1'S

Introduction About AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER

AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER is a combination of Fluticasone and Formoterol which
belongs to the group of medicines called Steroids and Anti-asthmatic agents. It
is indicated for regular management of patients with asthma and severe COPD
(Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It refers to a group of disease that
cause blockage of airflow and breathing problems. It includes emphysema and
chronic bronchitis.

Prior to the management with AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER, your doctor might ask you to
take several blood tests to understand the existing condition.

Before using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER, inform your doctor if you have lungs, heart
or liver disease, aneurysm (abnormal bulging of a blood vessel), diabetes,
overactive thyroid gland, a planned surgery, stress, low levels of potassium,
pheochromocytoma (tumour of adrenal gland) or poor adrenal gland function.

AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding
women only if advised by the doctor. It is not recommended for use in children
below 12 years of age. Side effects of using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER are dry
mouth, sore or irritated throat, alteration in voice, headache and dizziness.
Talk to your doctor if any of these worsen or doesn’t improve.

Uses Of AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER

Manage:

• Asthma
• Severe chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD)

How AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER Works

AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER helps in managing asthma and COPD, where fluticasone is a
corticosteroid which inhibits the agents that cause inflammation and results in
reduced swelling and inflammation in the lungs. Formoterol is a beta-2 receptor
agonist which acts on certain receptors and stimulates the release of an enzyme
called cAMP. The rise in the levels of cAMP cause the muscles of the airways to
relax and dilate. It also inhibits the release of chemicals that cause
hypersensitivity such as histamine and leukotrienes. Together they help in
improving and easy breathing.

How to use AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER

Use AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER as advised by your physician. It is for oral
inhalational use only. Do not exceed the recommended dose of AIRTEC FF 250
INHALER. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of AIRTEC FF 250
INHALER for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER

Uncommon

• headache
• shaking or tremors
• irregular heartbeat or palpitations (awareness of increased heartbeat)
• dizziness
• difficulty in sleeping
• alteration in voice/hoarse voice
• dry mouth
• sore or irritated throat
• rash

Rare

• oral thrush or other fungal infections in the mouth and throat
• inflammation of the sinuses (sinusitis)
• fast heartbeat
• chest pain which is associated with heart disease
• muscle spasms
• coughing or shortness of breath
• diarrhoea
• indigestion
• changes in taste
• feeling of spinning
• abnormal dreams
• agitation
• itchy skin
• high blood pressure
• unusual weakness
• swelling of hands, ankles or feet

Stop using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER and inform your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• sudden swelling of the eyelids, tongue or lips, face, throat, rash or itching especially those involving your whole body
• dizziness, light-headedness, fainting
• sudden changes in breathing pattern such as shortness of breath or increased wheezing
• blurred vision or other visual problems

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Diarrhea

Drink lot of fluids, such as water, squash or fruit juice to keep yourself
hydrated. Do not consume any medicine by yourself without consulting your
doctor. Consult your doctor if the symptom doesn’t improve.

!### Dry Mouth

Sip water regularly and other sugar free liquids. Do not use mouthwashes that
contain alcohol because they can make your mouth dry, use mouthwash that is used
only for dry mouth. Limit your caffeine intake. Avoid smoking or using tobacco
products. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Headache

Try to take rest and don’t involve yourself in exertive activities. Apply a
pain-relieving balm on your forehead if necessary. Consult your doctor if the
symptom doesn’t improve.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Monitoring requiredAIRTEC FF 250 INHALER is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless it is
considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before using it.

!### Breastfeeding

Monitoring requiredAIRTEC FF 250 INHALER is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women unless
it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before using it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionAIRTEC FF 250 INHALER is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use
machines.

!### Alcohol

Consult your doctorAvoid consum
unwanted side effects.

!### Liver

Use with CautionAIRTEC FF 250 INHALER should be used with caution in patients having impaired
liver function. Consult your doctor before using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not use AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER if you are allergic to Fluticasone or
Formoterol.

!### Lungs

Use with CautionAIRTEC FF 250 INHALER should be used with caution in patients with pulmonary
tuberculosis, quiescent tuberculosis or patients with fungal, viral or other
infections of the airway, unstable asthma. Consult your doctor before using
AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER.

!### Heart Disease

Use with CautionAIRTEC FF 250 INHALER should be used with caution in patients with heart
diseases such as problems with the blood flow to the heart, narrowing of one of
the heart valves (aortic valve), heart failure, hypertrophic obstructive
cardiomyopathy (enlarged heart muscle), irregular heartbeat or prolongation of
the QTc interval (ECG changes). Consult your doctor before using AIRTEC FF 250
INHALER.

Others

Before using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER, inform your doctor if you have:

• aneurysm (abnormal bulging of a blood vessel)
• overactive thyroid gland
• a planned surgery
• stress, diabetes
• low levels of potassium (muscle weakness, twitching, abnormal heart rhythm)
• poor adrenal gland function (weakness, tiredness, headache, abdominal pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, dizziness, very low blood pressure, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, fits)
• pheochromocytoma (tumour of adrenal gland)

Use in Paediatrics:

AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of
age. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.

Use in Geriatrics:

AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the management with AIRTEC
FF 250 INHALER for you depending upon your age, health condition and body
weight. Consult your doctor before using it.

Interactions

A. Drug – Drug Interactions:

Before using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicines:

• beta-agonists such as salbutamol (used to manage asthma)
• beta-antagonists such as atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol, timolol (used to manage heart problems), digoxin (used to manage heart failure), quinidine, disopyramide, procainamide (used to manage abnormal heart rhythms)
• antihistamines such as cetirizine, levocetirizine (used to manage allergic reaction)
• diuretics such as spironolactone, furosemide (used to get rid of extra fluid in the body)
• monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as phenelzine and isocarboxazid, tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and imipramine, phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, antipsychotics such as risperidone, clozapine (used to manage mental disorders and depression)
• steroids such as prednisolone (used to manage inflammation)
• antifungal medicines such as ketaconazole, itraconazole (used to manage fungal infections)
• ritonavir, atazanavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir, cobicistat (used to manage HIV)
• antibiotics such as clarithromycin, telithromycin, furazolidone (used to manage certain bacterial infections)
• levodopa (used to manage parkinson’s disease)
• levothyroxine (used to manage an underactive thyroid gland)
• procarbazine (used to manage Hodgkin’s disease)
• oxytocin (used to induce labour)
• general anaesthesia (used to induce sleep before a surgery or other medical procedure)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Overdosage
symptoms of AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER includes angina (specific type of chest pain),
high or low blood pressure, palpitations, fast or irregular heartbeat, prolonged
QTc interval, headache, tremor, nervousness, muscle cramps, dry mouth, insomnia,
fatigue, malaise, seizures, metabolic acidosis, low levels of potassium, high or
low blood sugar, nausea and vomiting, loss of consciousness, suppression of
hypothalamic pituitary adrenocortical (HPA) axis function (anorexia, poor weight
gain, growth suppression).

Synopsis

Drug	:	Fluticasone Furoate, Formoterol Fumarate
Pharmacological Category	:	Corticosteroid, Beta-2 Receptor Agonist
Therapeutic Indication	:	Asthma, Severe COPD
Dosage Forms	:	Rotacap, Respicap, Capsule, Inhalation capsule, Inhaler, Nexcap, Nexhaler, Respules

More Information

• Keep AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER out of reach of children
• Store below at room temperature 30°C

FAQs About AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER

Q: What is AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER and why is it prescribed?

A: AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER is a combination of fluticasone and formoterol which
belongs to the group of medicines called steroids and anti-asthmatic agents. It
is indicated for regular management of patients with asthma and severe COPD
(chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

Q:Can AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER be used in diabetic patients?

A: Before using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER you must tell your doctor if you have
diabetes. Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while
managing you with AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER.

Q: What are the precautions to be taken while using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER if I
have to undergo a surgery?

A: Before using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER inform your doctor if you have to undergo
any planned surgery. If you are using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER and you have to
undergo an operation which requires the use of general anaesthesia, you should
inform your doctor that you are using this medicine.

Q: Is AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER safe to use in patients having heart diseases?

A: Since AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER can cause some side effects such as irregular
heartbeat or palpitations, it must be used with caution in patients having heart
diseases such as problems with the blood flow to the heart, narrowing of one of
the heart valves (aortic valve), heart failure, hypertrophic obstructive
cardiomyopathy (enlarged heart muscle), irregular heartbeat or prolongation of
the QTc interval (ECG changes). Consult your doctor before using AIRTEC FF 250
INHALER.

Q: Can I stop using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER on my own?

A: You must keep using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER for as long as your doctor has
advised you to. Stopping its use may result in unwanted side effects. If you
wish to discontinue using AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER, consult with your doctor. Your
doctor will tell you how to proceed with this, usually by decreasing the dose
slowly so that there is no triggered asthma attack.

Q:How to manage if I forget to use a dose of AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER?

A: If at all you forget to use a dose of AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER, use it as soon
as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for your next dose then skip the
missed dose. Do not use a double dose of AIRTEC FF 250 INHALER to make up for a
forgotten dose.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Chest X-ray
• Pulmonary function tests