Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's
About Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's
Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's belongs to the class of medicines called respiratory stimulants. It is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Asthma is a long-term serious health condition occurring due to the narrowing and swelling of the bronchial airways in the lungs, thus causing difficulty in breathing. Symptoms may include shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). COPD is a group of long-term lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes) causing restricted airways. Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's helps reduce symptoms of asthma and COPD.
Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's contains Fluticasone Furoate (inhaled corticosteroid) and Vilanterol (long-acting beta-agonists-LABA). Vilanterol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and opening the airways of the lungs. Fluticasone Furoate works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Thereby providing relief from sneezing, shortness of breath, or wheezing.
Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's is for inhalation use only. It should be used as advised by your doctor. The dose and duration of medicine will be recommended by your doctor based on your medical condition. Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's may cause certain side effects such as sore throat, sneezing, headache, cough, low fever, chest tightness, stuffy nose, a fungal infection in the mouth, nausea, stomach upset, dizziness, nervousness, or vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's should be avoided if you are allergic to any of its components. This medicine should be avoided in patients with life-threatening conditions of asthma or COPD. Inform your doctor if you have any other lung infections, glaucoma, cataracts, osteoporosis (weak bones), tuberculosis, or kidney/liver problems or take any immunosuppressant medicines before taking this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting treatment with Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's. If you experience severe difficulty in breathing or wheezing while using Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's, please consult your doctor immediately so that alternative medicine may be prescribed. Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
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Medicinal Benefits
Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's is a combination medicine that contains Fluticasone Furoate (inhaled corticosteroid) and Vilanterol (LABA). Vilanterol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and opening the airways of the lungs. Fluticasone Furoate works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's also helps reduce exacerbations in patients suffering from COPD.
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Drug Warnings
Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's should be avoided if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have any other lung infections, glaucoma, cataracts, osteoporosis (weak bones), tuberculosis, kidney/liver disease, or if you are taking any immunosuppressant medicines, as it can lead to serious infections. Regular monitoring of potassium levels and blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting treatment with Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's. Sometimes, this medicine may worsen asthma symptoms in some patients. If you experience severe difficulty in breathing or wheezing, please consult a doctor immediately so that alternative medicine may be prescribed. Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's may interact with bronchodilators (salbutamol, aminophylline, theophylline), steroids (budesonide, prednisone, mometasone, beclomethasone), heart-related medicines (sotalol, digoxin, disopyramide, procainamide, quinidine), drugs used to lower high blood pressure (atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol), medicines to induce labor (oxytocin), antithyroid agent (levothyroxine), antidepressants (imipramine, amitriptyline, isocarboxazid, phenelzine), antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole), HIV medicines (atazanavir, ritonavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, cobicistat, saquinavir) and antiparkinson drug (levodopa).
Drug-Food Interactions: Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's may interact with grapefruit and grapefruit juice. Therefore, avoid intake of grapefruit or its juice with Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's as it may lead to severe adverse effects.
Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, chest or lungs infection, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), glaucoma, cataracts, osteoporosis (weak bones), tuberculosis, heart, liver or adrenal gland problems, inform your doctor before taking Vilfuro 100 Powder For Inhalation 10's.
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Asthma: Asthma is a long-term serious health condition occurring due to the narrowing and swelling of the bronchial airways in the lungs, thus causing difficulty in breathing. The symptoms may include chest tightness, wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, and cough, especially at night. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises, and self-care.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): COPD is a group of long-term lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes) causing restricted airways. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing). It can occur due to smoking tobacco, and long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD.