1. Generic Symbicort InhalerGeneric Symbicort Inhaler(Foracort Inhaler) is used forfor the treatment of asthma inpatients 12 years of age andolder and maintenancetreatment of airflowobstruction in patients withchronic obstructive pulmonarydisease (COPD) includingchronic bronchitis andemphysema. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland

2. Generic Symbicort InhalerChemical Structure (Budesonide) The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 3. Generic Symbicort InhalerChemical Structure (Formoterol) The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 4. Generic Symbicort InhalerActive IngredientsThe active pharmaceutical ingredientspresent in Generic Symbicort(Foracort Inhaler) are Budesonideand Formoterol Fumarate Dihydrate.Each Puff (metered dose) of Foracort100 Inhaler contains FormoterolFumarate 6 mcg and Budesonide 100mcg. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 5. Generic Symbicort InhalerRecommended DosageTreatment of Asthma in Adults:The recommended dosage of GenericSymbicort (Foracort Inhaler) for patients 18years and older is 1-2 inhalations of Foracort100 (Formoterol Fumarate 6mcg +Budesonide 100 mcg) twice daily with amaximum of 4 inhalations twice daily. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 6. Generic Symbicort InhalerRecommended DosageTreatment of COPD in Adults:The recommended dosage of GenericSymbicort (Foracort Inhaler) for patients 18years and older is 2 inhalations of Foracort100 (Formoterol Fumarate 6mcg &Budesonide 200 mcg) twice daily. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 7. Generic Symbicort InhalerContraindicationsGeneric Symbicort Inhaler(Foracort Inhaler) iscontraindicated in patients withthe following conditions:Hypersensitivity to Budesonide, FormoterolFumarate Dihydrate, or any inactive componentof this medication.Contraindicated for primary treatment of statusasthmaticus or acute episodes of asthma or COPDrequiring intensive measures The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 8. Generic Symbicort InhalerSide Effects of Generic Symbicort InhalerThe most common possible side effects withan incidence rate of more than 3% ascompared to the placebo are as follows:Patients undergoing treatment forAsthma:nasopharyngitis, headache, upperrespiratory tract infection,pharygolaryngeal pain, sinusitis,influenza, back pain, nasal congestion,stomach discomfort, vomiting, and oralcandidiasis. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 9. Generic Symbicort InhalerSide Effects of Generic Symbicort InhalerThe most common possible side effects withan incidence rate of more than 3% ascompared to the placebo are as follows:Patients undergoing treatment forCOPD:nasopharyngitis, oral candidiasis,bronchitis, sinusitis, upper respiratorytract infections. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 10. Generic Symbicort InhalerWarnings And PrecautionsAsthma-related Death: Long-acting beta2-adrenergicagonists increase the risk. Generic Symbicort has to beprescribed only for recommended patient populations.Deterioration of Disease and Acute Episodes:Foracort Inhaler should not be initiated in acutelydeteriorating asthma or to treat acute symptomsUse With Additional Long-Acting Beta2-Agonist: Donot use in combination because of risk of overdose.Localized Infections: Candida albicans infection of themouth and throat may occur. Monitor patientsperiodically for signs of adverse effects on the oralcavity. Advise patients to rinse the mouth followinginhalation. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 11. Generic Symbicort InhalerWarnings And PrecautionsPneumonia: Increased risk in patients with COPD.Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of pneumoniaand other potential lung infections.Immunosuppression: Potential worsening of infections(e.g., existing tuberculosis, fungal, bacterial, viral, orparasitic infection; or ocular herpes simplex). Use withcaution in patients with these infections. More serious oreven fatal course of chickenpox or measles can occur insusceptible patients.Transferring Patients from Systemic Corticosteroids: Riskof impaired adrenal function when transferring from oralsteroids. Taper patients slowly from systemiccorticosteroids if transferring to Generic Symbicort. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 12. Generic Symbicort InhalerWarnings And PrecautionsParadoxical bronchospasm: DiscontinueGeneric Symbicort and institute alternativetherapy if paradoxical bronchospasm occurs.Hypercorticism and Adrenal Suppression: Mayoccur with very high dosages or at the regulardosage in susceptible individuals. If suchchanges occur, discontinue Generic Symbicortslowly.Patients With Cardiovascular or Centralnervous System Disorders: Use with cautionbecause of beta-adrenergic stimulation. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 13. Generic Symbicort InhalerWarnings And PrecautionsDecreases in Bone Mineral Density: Assess bonemineral density initially and periodically thereafter.Effects on Growth: Monitor growth of pediatricpatients.Glaucoma and Cataracts: Close monitoring iswarranted.Metabolic Effects: Be alert to eosinophilicconditions, hypokalemia, and hyperglycemia.Coexisting Conditions: Use with caution inpatients with convulsive disorders, thyrotoxicosis,diabetes mellitus, and ketoacidosis. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 14. Generic Symbicort InhalerGeneric Symbicort OverdoseGeneric Symbicort contains both Budesonide andFormoterol; therefore, the risks associated withoverdosage for the individual components describedbelow apply to Foracort.Formoterol:An overdose of formoterol would likely lead to effects thatare typical for beta2-adrenergic agonists: tremor, headache,palpitations, and tachycardia. Hypotension, metabolicacidosis, prolonged QTc-interval, arrhythmia, nausea,vomiting, hypokalaemia and hyperglycaemia may also occur.Supportive and symptomatic treatment may be indicated.Beta-blockers should be used with care because of thepossibility of inducing bronchospasm in sensitive individuals. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 15. Generic Symbicort InhalerGeneric Spiriva OverdoseBudesonide:Acute overdosage with budesonide, even inexcessive doses, is not expected to be a clinicalproblem. When used chronically in excessive doses,systemic glucocorticosteroid effects may appear,such as hypercorticism and adrenal suppression. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 16. Generic Symbicort InhalerForacort Inhalermanufactured byCipla Ltd.For more information click here The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland