DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 How Do I Take It?
5 Precautions for DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH and its Constituents
6 Symptoms of Overdosage
7 Common Side-Effects
8 Serious Side-Effects
9 Rare Side-Effects
10 Food Interactions
11 Disease Interactions
12 Technical Classification
13 Available Alternatives for DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH
- 13.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
- 13.2 What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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Overview

DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH is a Schedule H drug.

DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH is composed of: BUDESONIDE (200.0 MCG), FORMOTEROL (6.0 MCG)

Budesonide is a steroid that reduces inflammation in the body.Budesonide is used to treat mild to moderate Crohn’s disease.It’s also one of the drugs found in the inhaler Symbicort, used to treat COPD and asthma.
Formoterol inhalation is a long-acting bronchodilator. It relaxes muscles in the airways to improve breathing. Formoterol is to prevent bronchospasm in adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

Usage

BUDESONIDE is generally used to treat: Crohn’s Disease, COPD, Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis, Ulcerative Colitis
BUDESONIDE can address symptoms like: Right Side Lower Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Fever, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss (unintentional), Nausea, Slow Growth (failure To Thrive)

FORMOTEROL is generally used to treat: COPD, Emphysema, Bronchitis, Chronic

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH and its Constituents

Before taking budesonide, tell your doctor if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: eye disease (such as cataracts, glaucoma), high blood pressure, liver disease, thyroid problems, diabetes, stomach/intestinal problems (such as diverticulitis, ulcer), brittle bones (osteoporosis), current/past infections (such as tuberculosis, positive tuberculosis test, herpes, fungal), bleeding problems, mental/mood conditions (such as psychosis, anxiety, depression).

Do not use a second form of formoterol (Bevespi, Dulera, Symbicort) or other long-acting inhaled bronchodilator unless your doctor tells you to. This includes arformoterol (Brovana), indacaterol (Arcapta), olodaterol (Striverdi, Stiolto Respimat), salmeterol (Advair, Serevent), or vilanterol (Breo Ellipta, Anoro Ellipta). Monitor blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BUDESONIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing
FORMOTEROL over-dosage can result in: Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Nervousness, Lightheadedness, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Weakness (generalized)

Common Side-Effects

BUDESONIDE : Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Heartburn, Lower Back Pain, Abdomen Pain, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Dry Mouth, Eyes Pain, Heartburn, Head Headache, Upper Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps
FORMOTEROL : Nausea, Head Headache, Dizziness, Nervousness, Dry Mouth, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Sleeping, Hoarse Voice

Serious Side-Effects

BUDESONIDE : Hirsutism, Polyarthralgia, Rhinitis, Acne Vulgaris, Constipation, Heartburn, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Chills, Easy Bruising, Cough, Fever
FORMOTEROL : Rapid Speech, Weakness (generalized), Irregular Heartbeat, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination

Rare Side-Effects

FORMOTEROL : Difficulty Breathing

Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels of budesonide resulting in severe side effects.

Disease Interactions

FORMOTEROL can interfere with: Hypertension, Hyperthyroidism, Diabetes Mellitus, Hypokalemia, Seizure

Technical Classification

BUDESONIDE is categorized as:

GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES
INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

FORMOTEROL is categorized as: ADRENERGIC BRONCHODILATORS / BRONCHODILATORS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AIRTEC FB 6MCG/200MCG INH	INR 329 for 1PACKET	BUDESONIDE 200 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
AIRTEC FB DPI 6 MCG/200 MCG CAP	INR 180.5 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDAMATE 6MCG/200MCG INH	INR 275.5 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDAMATE 6MCG/200MCG TRANSCAP	INR 174.5 for 30 TRANSCAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDETROL 6MCG/200MCG ROTACAP	INR 164 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
COMBIHALE FB 6 MCG/200 MCG INH	INR 275.94 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
COMBIHALE FB 6 MCG/200 MCG REDICAP	INR 168 for 30 REDICAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
DIGIHALER FB 200 INHALER	INR 355 for 120MDI	BUDESONIDE 200 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/200MCG INH	INR 355 for 200 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT 200 AUTOHALER	INR 890 for 200 MDI AUTOHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT 200 ROTACAP	INR 175 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT 6MCG/200MCG INH	INR 275.94 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT AUTOHALER	INR 890 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/200MCG INH	INR 275.94 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/200MCG NOVOCART	INR 395 for 100 MDI NOVOCART	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/200MCG RESPICAP	INR 161 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE CAP	INR 176.9 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 200 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
FORMONIDE INHALER	INR 275.94 for 120 MDI	BUDESONIDE 200 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
PEAKHALE FB 6MCG/200MCG INH	INR 295.46 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
PEAKHALE FB 6MCG/200MCG RESPICAP	INR 159 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
QUIKHALE FB 6 MCG/200 MCG INH	INR 304 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
QUIKHALE FB 6MCG/200MCG CAP	INR 165 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
QUIKHALE FB 6MCG/200MCG R-CAPS	INR 155 for 40 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 200 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
QUIKHALE FB 6MCG/200MCG ROTACAP	INR 155 for 40 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 200 MCG CAP	INR 122.93 for 2 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 200 MCG INH	INR 317.5 for 19 ML INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 6 MCG/200 MCG OCTACAP	INR 156.5 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
VENT FB 6MCG/200MCG CAP	INR 121 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
VENT FB 6MCG/200MCG INH	INR 245 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AIRTEC FB 6MCG/100MCG CAP	INR 137 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
AIRTEC FB 6MCG/100MCG INH	INR 257 for 150 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
AIRTEC FB 6MCG/400MCG CAP	INR 217 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
AIRTEC FB 6MCG/400MCG INH	INR 431.55 for 150 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
AIRTEC FB CAP	INR 237.5 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 400 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
BUDAMATE 400 INH	INR 345 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDAMATE 6 MCG/400 MCG TRANSCAP	INR 215.5 for 30 TRANSCAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDAMATE 6MCG/100MCG INH	INR 219 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDAMATE 6MCG/100MCG TRANSCAP	INR 123.5 for 30 TRANSCAPS	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDAMATE FORTE 12 MCG/400 MCG TRANSCAP	INR 241 for 30 TRANSCAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
BUDAMATE FORTE TRANSCAPS	INR 253 for 1 ROTACAP	BUDESONIDE 400 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12 MCG
BUDAMATE INHALER	INR 345 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
BUDAMATE TRANSCAPS	INR 123.5 for 1 ROTACAPS	FORMOTEROL 100 MCG, BUDESONIDE 100 MCG
BUDETROL 12MCG/200MCG INH	INR 275.94 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
BUDETROL 12MCG/400MCG CAP	INR 211.66 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
BUDETROL 6MCG/100MCG INH	INR 247 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDETROL 6MCG/100MCG ROTACAP	INR 118 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDETROL 6MCG/400MCG INH	INR 345.24 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDETROL 6MCG/400MCG ROTACAP	INR 209 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
BUDETROL FORTE 12MCG/400MCG CAP	INR 220 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
BUDETROL FORTE INH	INR 430 for 1 INHALER	FORMOTEROL , BUDESONIDE
BUDETROL O-INH	INR 275.94 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12 MCG
COMBIHALE FB 6 MCG/400 MCG INH	INR 345.24 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
COMBIHALE FB 6 MCG/400 MCG REDICAP	INR 199 for 30 REDICAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
COMBIHALE FB O 100 INH	INR 207 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
DIGIHALER FB 6MCG/400MCG INH	INR 436 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FOMTIDE 12 MCG/200 MCG DISKETTE	INR 325 for 8 DISKETTES	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
FOMTIDE 6MCG/400MCG INH	INR 345.24 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FOMTIDE NF 12 MCG/100 MCG INH	INR 219.24 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
FOMTIDE NF 12 MCG/200 MCG INH	INR 325 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 200.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
FOMTIDE NF 12MCG/400MCG INH	INR 380 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
FORACORT 100 ROTACAP	INR 122 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT 20MCG/0.5MG RESPS	INR 212.5 for 5 RESPULES	FORMOTEROL 20.0 MCG, BUDESONIDE 0.5 MG
FORACORT 20MCG/1MG RESPS 2ML	INR 262.5 for 5 RESPULES	FORMOTEROL 20.0 MCG, BUDESONIDE 1.0 MG
FORACORT 6MCG/400MCG ROTACAP	INR 218 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT CFC 6MCG/100MCG INH	INR 219.24 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT CFC 6MCG/400MCG INH	INR 345.24 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORACORT FORTE 12 MCG/400 MCG ROTACAP	INR 262 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
FORACORT FORTE 12MCG/400MCG INH	INR 440 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
FORACORT FORTE ROTACAP	INR 262 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 400 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12 MCG
FORACORT RESP	INR 232.5 for 5 RESPULES	FORMOTEROL 20 MCG, BUDESONIDE 0.5 MG
FORACORT ROTACAP	INR 134 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 100 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
FORMONIDE 20MCG/0.5MG RESPS	INR 280 for 7 RESPULES	FORMOTEROL 20.0 MCG, BUDESONIDE 0.5 MG
FORMONIDE 20MCG/1MCG RESPS	INR 308 for 7 RESPULES	FORMOTEROL 20.0 MCG, BUDESONIDE 1.0 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/100MCG INH	INR 219.24 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP	INR 131 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/400MCG INH	INR 345.24 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/400MCG NOVOCART	INR 511 for 100 MDI NOVOCART	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE 6MCG/400MCG RESPICAP	INR 226 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE FORTE 6 MCG/400 MCG RESPICAP	INR 250 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
FORMONIDE FORTE INH 12 MCG/400 MCG	INR 446 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12.0 MCG
FORMONIDE FORTE RESPICAP CAP	INR 250 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 400 MCG, FORMOTEROL 12 MCG
FORMONIDE RESPICAPS	INR 187.68 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 400 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6 MCG
PEAKHALE FB 6MCG/100MCG INH	INR 214 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
PEAKHALE FB 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP	INR 91.47 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
PEAKHALE FB 6MCG/400MCG INH	INR 352.25 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
PEAKHALE FB 6MCG/400MCG RESPICAP	INR 203 for 30 RESPICAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
QUIKHALE FB 6MCG/400MCG CAP	INR 217 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
QUIKHALE FB 6MCG/400MCG ROTACAP	INR 199 for 40 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBICORT 4.5 MCG/160 MCG TURBUHALER	INR 550 for 60 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 160.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 4.5 MCG
SYMBICORT TURBUHALER	INR 550 for 60 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 160 MCG, FORMOTEROL 4.5 MCG
SYMBIVA 100 MCG CAP	INR 183.33 for 2 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 100 MCG RHEOCAP	INR 81.96 for 2 RHEOCAP	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 400 MCG CAP	INR 208.5 for 14 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 400 MCG INH	INR 365.87 for 1 INHALER	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 6 MCG/100 MCG OCTACAP	INR 100.1 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
SYMBIVA 6 MCG/400 MCG OCTACAP	INR 190.5 for 30 ROTACAPS	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
VENT EC CAP	INR 17.36 for 30 CAPSULES	FORMOTEROL 200.0 MG, BUDESONIDE
VENT FB 6MCG/100MCG CAP	INR 102.53 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
VENT FB 6MCG/100MCG INH	INR 210 for 120 MDI INHALER	BUDESONIDE 100.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG
VENT FB 6MCG/400MCG CAP	INR 142 for 30 CAPSULES	BUDESONIDE 400.0 MCG, FORMOTEROL 6.0 MCG