What Is Duova 200md Inhaler

• Tiotropium and Formoterol Duova Inhaler is a combined medicine.
• Its application ranges to managing the symptoms associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; a group of lung problems that makes breathing difficult,
• including anything from wheezing and coughing shortening breaths chest tightness difficulties in breathing.
• Duova Inhaler is a product that works by relaxing the muscles surrounding your windpipe. This makes the air passage wider allowing for better air flow.
• Some of the side effects that can occur with Duova Inhaler include nausea, vomiting and headaches.
• Most of these are transient episodes which subside after some period. If these side effects are getting worse or persisting, you should consult a doctor.
• Do not drive vehicles or control machines while taking this medicine because you can feel dizziness.
• Your doctor instructs you on how to use Duova Inhaler. This medicine should be taken same time every day to keep a steady level of the medicines in your blood.
•  Stopping to take this medicine without advising your doctor is not good since your symptoms may return.

Duova Inhalers what are the uses?

Duova Inhaler is used in the treatment of:

• Asthma
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
• Lungs Inflammation
• Constriction of airways

 

How do Duova Inhalers (9+6)Mcg Tiotropium Bromide and Formoterol Fumarate ?

Duova Inhalers (9+6) Mcg consists of active ingredients:

• Formoterol Fumarate is a long-acting bronchodilator in simple terms, it helps to relax the muscles lining the airways and make breathing easier.
• Tiotropium Bromide works by reducing the action of acetylcholine on lungs that causes it to relax and opens up these air passages so as to make breathing easy.

 

What Are The Side Effects Of Duova Inhalers 

• Duova Inhalers (100 Mcg + 10 To be recognised by the Health Ministry or relevant body.
• Bronchospasm
• Chest Pain (Angina)
• Uneven Heart Beats
• Swelling of Ankles or Feet
• Pain or Burning With Urination
• Increased Blood Pressure
• Headache
• Dizziness/Drowsiness
• Sleeping Problems (Insomnia)
• Cough
• Hoarseness/Sore Throat
• Runny or Stuffy Nose
• Dry mouth or an unusual taste in your mouth.
• Tremors
• Numbness or Tingly Feeling
• Nausea/Vomiting
• Diarrhea/Constipation
• Nervousness
• Blurred Vision/Myalgia
• Nose Bleeding

 

Dosage

Missed Dose

The missed dose of Duova Inhaler should be taken immediately. It is recommended that you skip the lost dose if your next scheduled dosage time has already arrived. Do not take extra medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

In cases of overdosing Duova inhaler, seek emergency medical treatment.

 

What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Tell your doctor if you are taking:

• Medicines such as atenol or propran for high blood pressure, and eyedrops like timol for glaucoma.
• Fast or irregular heart beat medicines like Quinidine,
• Digoxin, which is commonly used to treat heart failure.
• Diuretics (such as furosemide)
• Oral corticosteroid drugs like prednisolone that you use by mouth.
• Xanthine drugs include theophylline or aminophylline.
• Erythromycin (used to treat infections)
• Anti-histamines (such as terfenadine)
• Bronchodilators – other substances that dilate the airways, such as salbutamol.
• Ephedrine for asthmatic conditions or decongestant effects.
• Tricyclic anti-depressants (such as amitriptyline)
• Inhaled solutions containing Ipratropium or oxitropium used in COPD treatment.
• Methylxanthines e.g. theophylline

 

Warning And Precaution:

Duova Inhalers should be used cautiously in:

• Hypersensitivity
• Hypertension
• Heart Disease or Disorders
• Pregnant / Breastfeeding women

 

Things To Remember:

• Out of children’s reach.
• Clean the mouthpiece of Inhalers regularly with a tissue that does not contain fibres.
• Always place the cap over mouth piece of inhaler after usage.
• contact your doctor if you’re unsure about the amount, timing and potency of a medicine.

 

Storage:

Children should keep medicine away from them.

Store at room temperature (15-25°C)

 

FAQs-

1. How soon will this medicine start working?
   The time needed for Duova Inhaler to demonstrate its action is not clinically defined yet.
2. For how long does this medicine work?
   It is not clinically proven for how long the effects of Duova Inhaler will last in your body.
3. Can you drink alcohol while on this medicine?
   Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Vor der Verzehrung ist es ratsam Ihrem Arzt zu fragen.
4. Is this medicine habit-forming?
   Duova Inhaler did not show habit-forming tendencies.
5. Is it possible to take this medicine while pregnant?
   There may be no adequate safety data to use Duova Inhaler during pregnancy.
6. Is this medicine safe to take while breast-feeding?
   You should not use Duova Inhaler if you are breastfeeding as there is insufficient safety data.