Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines in one inhaler. It relieves the long-term symptoms of asthma and COPD, making breathing easier. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and relaxes the muscles in the airways.
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines in one inhaler. It relieves the long-term symptoms of asthma and COPD, making breathing easier. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and relaxes the muscles in the airways.
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines in one inhaler. It relieves the long-term symptoms of asthma and COPD, making breathing easier. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and relaxes the muscles in the airways.
Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. 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 symptoms may get worse. This medicine should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your rescue inhaler. 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.
The most common side effects include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, and respiratory tract infection. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can prevent some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you’re worried about them.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
03Uses
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Treatment and prevention of Asthma
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
05How It Works
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Budesonide. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Budesonide 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Unipuff FB Capsule?
A: If you miss a dose of Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
08Side Effects
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Stomach discomfort
Cough
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Upper respiratory tract infection
Sinus inflammation
Fungal infection of oropharynx
Tremors
Palpitations
Voice change
Pharyngolaryngeal pain
Influenza
Back pain
Oral fungal infection
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unipuff FB 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
10Drug Tips
It contains two medicines in one inhaler for control of long term asthma and COPD symptoms.
It does not relieve sudden symptoms. Always use a rescue inhaler to treat sudden symptoms.
Tell your doctor immediately if your breathing problem worsens, or if rescue inhaler does not relieve symptoms.
Do not discontinue unless advised by your doctor.
Rinse your mouth with water after each use to prevent infections in the mouth and throat.
Carry your rescue inhaler wherever you go.
References
Sources and references
Budesonide/formoterol fumarate dihydrate. AstraZeneca; 2018. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019 (online) Available from: View
Budesonide + Formoterol fumarate dihydrate. Capability Green: AstraZeneca UK Limited,; 15 May 2001 [revised 6 Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Budesonide + Formoterol fumarate dihydrate. Capability Green: AstraZeneca UK Limited; 20 Mar. 2003 [revised 6 Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
