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Brand name: Fostair TM
Active ingredients: beclometasone + formoterol (eformoterol)
What it is used for
Asthma,FOSTAIR is indicated in adults (18 years and older) in the regular treatment of asthma where use of a combination product (inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta2-agonist) is appropriate: - patients not adequately controlled with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) and 'as needed' inhaled rapid-acting beta2-agonist or - patients already adequately controlled on both ICS and long-acting beta2-agonists (LABA).,COPD,Symptomatic treatment of adults with severe COPD (FEV1 less than 50% predicted normal) and a history of repeated exacerbations, who have significant symptoms despite regular therapy with long-acting bronchodilators.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Inhalation.
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 17 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Each pack contains one pressurised container which provides 120 actuations.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2021. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient beclometasone + formoterol (eformoterol)
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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