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Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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INHALATION

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About QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is a respiratory medication, primarily used to treat and prevent asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) like bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes) and emphysema (shortness of breath). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is a combination of two medicines, namely: Formoterol (bronchodilator) and Fluticasone (corticosteroids). Formoterol is a long-acting beta-agonist that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Formoterol makes breathing easier by widening the airways. Fluticasone acts by blocking prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Thereby, it provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose and sinus discomfort. It helps to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children.

Your doctor will advise on how often you take QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR based on your medical condition. The common side effects of QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR include nausea, vomiting, respiratory tract infection, headache, sore throat, cough, bone, muscle or joint pain, increased heart rate, chills, tiredness and noisy breathing. Most of these side effects of QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR to treat sudden severe symptoms of asthma or as a rescue inhaler. Brief your medical history if you have heart, liver, kidney diseases, high blood pressure, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), aneurysm (swelling of an artery), pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumor), hyperadrenocorticism (high levels of cortisol), cataract and glaucoma, chickenpox or measles, immune system problem, seizure (fits), osteoporosis, and diabetes before taking QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is not recommended for children below five years of age.

Uses of QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR

Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchitis and Emphysema.

Directions for Use

Please read the instruction leaflet provided with the pack before using QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR.Inhaler: Hold the inhaler with the mouthpiece facing downwards. Form a tight seal by placing your lips around the mouthpiece. Start breathing slowly with your mouth and push down the inhaler once. Remove the inhaler and breathe normally.Rotacap: Rotacap is a capsule with powdered medication which is placed in Rotahaler. Rotahaler is a breath-activated plastic inhalation device which releases the medication when you breathe. Place the rotahaler between your teeth and seal it with your lips. Tilt your head slightly and breathe with your mouth deeply while you press the rotahaler. Remove the device and breathe out normally.Autohaler: Autohaler is a breath-activated device that releases the medication when you inhale. Shake the autohaler well before using. Hold it upright and push the lever up. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and seal your lips around it. Breathe in slowly and deeply to release the medication from the device. Hold your breath for 10 seconds and breathe out normally. Push the lever down and replace the cap.Capsule: The capsule should not be taken through the mouth. The capsule form contains powdered medication, which is to be inserted into the inhaling device/inhaler. It releases the medicine when you breathe in deeply with your mouth through the inhaler.Rotadisk: Rotadisk is a silver-coloured aluminium foil disk that contains four blisters to place the medication. The medicine is to be inhaled through the mouth from the Rotadisk using a plastic device called Diskhaler.

Medicinal Benefits

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR improves pulmonary function and effectively treats and prevents the worsening of emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes). QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is a combination of Formoterol (bronchodilator) and Fluticasone (corticosteroid). Formoterol relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways. Fluticasone acts by blocking prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Fluticasone has potent vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) and anti-inflammatory activity.

Storage

Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not stop taking this medicine of your own unless advised by your doctor. Please do not use QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR to treat sudden severe symptoms of asthma or as a rescue inhaler. Before taking QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR, let your doctor know if have a history of heart, liver, kidney diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, and other medical conditions. Special precautions should be taken in patients with a fungal, bacterial, parasitic, or viral infection and tuberculosis since nasal or inhaled corticosteroids like Fluticasone can cause secondary infections. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. Please let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant and a lactating mother. QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is not recommended for children below five years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar with Mifepristone may make Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar less effective as a therapy.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar with Mifepristone is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar and Ritonavir may increase the blood levels of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar and Ritonavir together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as palpitations, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
FluticasoneAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar may significantly increase the absorption of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
FluticasoneTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
When Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar is taken with Telithromycin, it can lower the rate at which Telithromycin is broken down in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar and Telithromycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, weak muscles, feeling down, acne, thinning skin, easy bruising, irregular periods, too much facial or body hair, strange fat distribution, bruising, infection, or a bad asthma attack - make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
If you have to use Desmopressin and Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar together, a doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to safely use both medications. However, if you experience loss of appetite, headache, nausea, vomiting, lethargy (very tired), irritability, difficulty concentrating, weakness, unsteadiness, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, decreased urination, and/or sudden weight gain, contact a doctor immediately as these may be symptoms of water intoxication (water poisoning) and hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood). Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
FluticasoneNefazodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Nefazodone may significantly increase the absorption of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar with Nefazodone can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. A doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FluticasoneSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Saquinavir may increase the absorption of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar into the bloodstream and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar and Saquinavir together, a doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as weight gain, high blood pressure, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
FluticasoneBoceprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Boceprevir with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar may significantly increase the absorption of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Boceprevir and Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Co-administration of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar with Clarithromycin may significantly increase the absorption of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clarithromycin and Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar:
Taking Ceritinib together with Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar may increase the blood levels of Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Quikhale FF 250 mcg Inhalar and Ceritinib together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as high blood pressure, swelling, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust and food items that make your asthma severe.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Side Effects of QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Respiratory tract infection
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
  • Bone, muscle or joint pain
  • Increased heart rate
  • Chills
  • Tiredness
  • Noisy breathing

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FAQs

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma attacks and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR consists of Formoterol (bronchodilator) and Fluticasone (Fluticasone). Formoterol relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Fluticasone acts by blocking prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways.

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR should be cautiously administered under doctor's guidance in seizures since bronchodilators like Formoterol can cause central nervous system stimulation that can lead to other adverse conditions. Please consult your doctor before using QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR if you have seizures.

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR contains bronchodilator (Fluticasone), which can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence therapy with QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is cautiously administered in patients with diabetes. Please monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly.

Bronchodilator (Formoterol) in QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR may decrease the potassium levels in your body, therefore should be used with caution. Please consult your doctor before taking QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR since low potassium levels can lead to other cardiovascular problems in patients with hypokalaemia.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Formoterol in QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on a sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is not recommended for use when you are taking Sotalol or vice versa. Sotalol and QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR have opposing effects in the body. Sotalol may also trigger asthma attacks or worsen your breathing problems by narrowing the airways. Please consult your doctor before using other medicines with QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR.

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is not used for sudden breathing problems; your doctor may suggest a rescue inhaler for sudden breathing problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • BUDESONIDE
  • MOMETASONE
  • BECLOMETASONE
  • VILANTEROL
  • SALMETEROL
  • ALBUTEROL
  • IPRATROPIUM
  • SOTALOL
  • METOPROLOL

Special Advise

  • It is advised to undergo blood examination to keep a check on your potassium levels since QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR can cause low potassium levels in the blood (hypokalaemia).
  • Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while using QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR since bronchodilators like Formoterol can cause low blood glucose levels.
  • Consult your diabetologist if you have diabetes before using QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR so that your insulin or other diabetic medication can be adjusted accordingly to maintain your blood sugar levels.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than 2 times in a week and up to 4 nights in a month whereas, in case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises and self-care.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness and increased/uneven heart rate while using QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR.

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Kidney

Caution

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR.

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Children

Caution

QUIKHALE FF 250MCG INHALAR is not recommended for use for children less than five years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the child's disease and age.

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