Uphale Plus
About the product
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
UPHALE PLUS Formoterol (12mcg) + Tiotropium (18mcg)
Uphale Plus 12mcg/18mcg Capsule is used for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
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 COPD may get worse. 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 are nausea, diarrhoea, dryness in the mouth, vomiting, dizziness, nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), and insomnia. 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 this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Uphale Plus
- Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
HOW TO USE UPHALE PLUS CAPSULE
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Uphale is to be used with Optihaler Dry Powder Device and not to be swallowed.
Rinse your mouth with water after each use to prevent infections in the mouth and throat.
Do not discontinue unless advised by your doctor.
HOW UPHALE PLUS CAPSULE WORKS
Uphale Plus 12mcg/18mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Tiotropium. Formoterol is a bronchodilator while Tiotropium is an anticholinergic. They work by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widen the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. Uphale Plus 12mcg/18mcg Capsule relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.
SIDE EFFECTS OF FABHALE CAPSULE
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. Common side effects –
- Fungal infection of oropharynx
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Voice change
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Uphale Plus 12mcg/18mcg Capsule.
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Uphale Plus 12mcg/18mcg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Uphale Plus 12mcg/18mcg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the baby for dry mouth, constipation, and urinary problems.
Driving
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Kidney
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