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Fostair Inhaler
Fostair Inhaler is a combination treatment for respiratory diseases such as asthma and COPD. It opens up the airways for easier breathing and reduces inflammation of the lungs. Its two active ingredients, beclometasone dipropionate and formoterol fumarate dihydrate, are used to relieve and prevent asthma attacks.
- Two active ingredients
- Long acting
- Twice daily dosage system
Buy Fostair Inhaler Online
If you're looking for a convenient service, purchasing a Fostair inhaler from Pharmacy Online lets you get asthma treatment straight to your door. Fostair Inhalers, better known as the Pink Asthma Inhaler, are prescription-only medications, so you'll need to complete an assessment before we issue them.
Our pharmacists will review your answers and determine whether Fostair inhalers are right for your needs. You can choose from standard or express shipping options, and we'll dispatch the product in discreet packaging.
When to Use Fostair Inhalers?
Fostair inhalers are effective treatments for asthma, as they reduce symptoms.
Here are the most popular use cases for the inhalers:
- Daily Asthma Treatment: The inhalers are used daily to control asthma symptoms and prevent them from worsening.
- Reliever Inhalers: Fostair 100/6 can be prescribed as both your preventer and your reliever. If it is, you can use it when you have asthma symptoms. Fostair 200/6 is not used as a reliever.
- Extra Support: If your asthma isn't controlled with standard inhaler treatments, a doctor or pharmacist may recommend Fostair as an add-on treatment.
- COPD: People with COPD can use Fostair 100/6 inhalers to reduce their symptoms. However, this should only be with medical advice.
Fostair Inhalers Age Restrictions:
The Fostair Pink Inhaler is only suitable for adults over 18. It's a powerful treatment, and there are safer alternatives for children. Please speak to your doctor or a registered pharmacist.
How to Use Fostair Inhalers?
If you're using a new inhaler, you'll need to prime it beforehand. To do so
- Remove the cap, hold the inhaler away from you, with the mouthpiece away from your face, and push it down to release a puff into the air.
- When using the inhaler, breathe out first and then place your mouth around the mouthpiece. Breathe in slowly and push down on the inhaler to release the medication.
- Continue to breathe in and hold your breath for around five to ten seconds.
If prescribed, follow the same steps to take the second puff, then rinse your mouth with water.
Each inhaler has a dose counter; when it reaches 20, a new prescription must be ordered.
When to avoid using the Fostair Pink Inhaler?
If any of the following apply, you should avoid using the Fostair inhaler and seek alternatives:
- Allergies: If you're sensitive or allergic to any of the ingredients in Fostair, it's essential to avoid using it, as you could suffer a severe allergic reaction.
Fostair Pink Inhaler Precautions
While the following won't automatically rule you out of using Fostair, it's important to seek medical advice:
- Thyroid Issues: Overactive thyroid symptoms can potentially worsen when using Fostair.
- Diabetes: Fostair in high doses can potentially increase your blood glucose levels, so it's important to monitor them when using the inhaler.
- Heart Problems: Talk to your doctor before using Fostair if you have heart problems such as angina, a recent heart attack, heart failure, coronary heart disease, valvular heart disease, an irregular or fast heartbeat, or hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy.
- High Blood Pressure: Talk to your doctor before using Fostair if you have high blood pressure, narrowing of the arteries or an aneurysm.
- Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Fostair should not be used if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, are planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding, unless your doctor advises it. Your doctor will weigh up the benefits and risks.
- Medication Interactions: Some medicines, including beta-blockers, other asthma or COPD treatments, and some antidepressants, can cause potential interactions. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist of any medications you're using.
Ingredients of Fostair Inhaler
It contains two active ingredients - beclometasone dipropionate and formoterol fumarate dihydrate:
- Beclometasone dipropionate, a corticosteroid, is an anti-inflammatory that reduces irritation and swelling in the lungs. Corticosteroids are regularly used to suppress the immune system, which is pivotal to treating the symptoms and complications of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Formoterol fumarate dihydrate is a muscle relaxant that allows the lungs to dilate, allowing the patient to breathe easier. It belongs to a family of drugs called Long-Acting Bronchodilators (LABA).
Both these active ingredients combined in the Fostair Inhaler will give the patient relief from asthma and COPD symptoms for long periods of time.
Side Effects of Fostair Inhaler
Like all medicines, Fostair can carry a risk of side effects.
For Fostair, the most common side effects include:
- Hoarseness
- Sore throat
- Fungal infections such as oral thrush
- Headache.
Other side effects can occur. Some are uncommon, such as trembling, a fast or irregular heartbeat, palpitations, flu symptoms and rhinitis. If you experience any side effects, speak to your doctor immediately.
Pneumonia (a lung infection) is a common side effect in people with COPD. Tell your doctor if you get a fever or chills, more mucus or a change in its colour, or a worse cough or more difficulty breathing.
As with other inhalers, your breathing can get worse straight after using Fostair (paradoxical bronchospasm). If you suddenly become more wheezy or short of breath, stop using Fostair, use your quick-acting reliever inhaler straight away and contact your doctor.
For a full list, please refer to the Patient Information leaflet.
What is Fostair pink inhaler?
Fostair inhaler is the pink asthma inhaler that is used to treat asthma and COPD patients. It's a combination of inhaled corticosteroids beclomethasone dipropionate and formoterol fumarate dihydrate, a long acting bronchodilator.
Beclometasone dipropionate is a steroid that helps protect the body from developing asthma symptoms. While symptoms may still occur while using the inhaler, they will be significantly reduced.
Formoterol is a long acting bronchodilator that helps open up the airways and relax the muscles for up to 12 hours. It normally works within 1-3 minutes of inhalation.
The medicine is delivered directly to the lungs. Most people using Fostair still need a separate reliever inhaler (usually a blue inhaler). Only Fostair 100/6, if your doctor has prescribed it as both your preventer and your reliever, can be used as your reliever.
How often should I use Fostair Inhaler?
It all depends on what the doctor recommends for you when using the Fostair Inhaler.
If you use Fostair 100/6 with a separate reliever inhaler, the usual dose is one or two puffs twice a day, up to a maximum of four puffs a day. For Fostair 200/6, the dose is two puffs twice a day, up to a maximum of four puffs a day. Fostair 200/6 is not used as a reliever.
If your doctor has prescribed Fostair 100/6 as both your preventer and your reliever, the recommended dose is one puff in the morning and one puff in the evening. When you get asthma symptoms, take one puff and wait a few minutes; if you do not feel better, take another puff. Do not take more than six reliever puffs a day.
The maximum daily dose when using Fostair 100/6 as your only asthma inhaler is eight puffs.
How long does Fostair inhaler take to work?
If using fostair inhalers as a quick-acting reliever inhaler, the formoterol starts to work within 1-3 minutes.
Can I use Fostair Inhaler more than the stated dose?
We wouldn't recommend using Fostair Inhaler more than the stated dose.
If you do require more than the stated Fostair dosage, then this could mean that your respiratory disease isn't being managed and is labelled as uncontrolled.
If you're taking more than the optimal dose, we recommend you make an appointment to discuss your Fostair Inhaler usage with your GP, as you might need to consider other inhaler treatments.
Is the Fostair inhaler a reliever inhaler?
Fostair is a combination preventer inhaler. Only Fostair 100/6 can also be used as a reliever, if your doctor has prescribed it that way. Otherwise, you need a separate reliever inhaler.
Does the Fostair inhaler relieve asthma symptoms?
Fostair is used every day to treat asthma and help prevent symptoms. Only Fostair 100/6, if your doctor has prescribed it as your reliever, should be used to relieve symptoms. Otherwise, use your separate reliever inhaler.
Does Fostair work for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
Fostair inhalers can treat symptoms of severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They're particularly beneficial for people who suffer from repeated breathlessness or shortness of breath.
Is Fostair the same as a blue inhaler?
No, Fostair isn't the same. Blue inhalers usually contain salbutamol and provide instant relief during an attack. Fostair is a long-term preventer treatment. Only Fostair 100/6 can also be prescribed as a reliever - otherwise, you still need a separate blue inhaler.
Can Fostair be used during an asthma attack?
Fostair should not be started during an asthma attack. If you have an attack, use your reliever inhaler as your asthma plan says - this is Fostair only if your doctor has prescribed Fostair 100/6 as both your preventer and your reliever. If your symptoms do not improve, get urgent medical help or call 999.
Can I drive or operate machinery after using Fostair?
Yes, most people are fine with resuming normal daily activities. However, if you feel shaky and dizzy or experience any symptoms, you should wait until you get used to the medication or seek medical advice.
Can Fostair inhaler be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, are planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding. Fostair should only be used if your doctor advises it, after weighing up the benefits and risks.
What should I do if I forget a dose of Fostair?
If you're using Fostair as a daily treatment and forget to take a dose, please use the inhaler as soon as you remember. However, if it's closer to your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your schedule.
Do I need to rinse my mouth after using Fostair?
Yes, it's a good idea to rinse your mouth after using Fostair inhalers, as they contain steroids. Failing to rinse your mouth increases the risk of oral thrush.
Warnings
Warning: Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to stop. Read the additional information given with this medicine
Leaflets
Fostair Inhaler Patient Information Leaflet
Before taking any medicines, whether over-the-counter or prescription-only, it is essential to always read the patient information leaflet. If you have any questions or need advice, please get in touch with our registered pharmacists today.
