Fuorcort-ST 500

Fuorcort-ST 500 is a prescription inhalation medicine. It combines two well established respiratory drugs. The medicine is used for the long term management of chronic respiratory conditions. It can help manage inflammation and bronchoconstriction. This medicine is intended for regular maintenance therapy. It cannot be used for the immediate relief of sudden breathing difficulties. 

Composition: Salmeterol 50mcg + Fluticasone Propionate 500mcg

Uses of Fuorcort-ST 500

Fuorcort-ST 500 is commonly prescribed for:

Asthma in moderate to severe cases may need both:

• Inflammatory therapy
• Long acting bronchodilator therapy

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

These include:

• Chronic bronchitis
• Emphysema

This is what reduces symptoms and prevents exacerbations. 

It helps control long term symptoms such as:

• Wheezing
• Breathlessness
• Chest tightness
• Coughing

Benefits of Fuorcort-ST 500

• Reduces airway inflammation and swelling
• Keeps airways open for an extended duration, improving airflow
  Decreases the frequency and severity of asthma or COPD flare-ups
• Improves breathing comfort and overall lung function when used regularly

How It Works

Fluticasone Propionate works by suppressing inflammation. They are suppressed in the airways, reducing:

• Redness
• Swelling
• Mucus production

With Salmeterol, smooth muscles around the airways are relaxed. This leads to prolonged bronchodilation. Together, they provide sustained control of respiratory symptoms. This helps prevent the worsening of the condition. 

How to Use

Use Fuorcort-ST 500 exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is taken through inhalation to delive the medicine directly into the lungs. Use it regularly at the same time each day for best benefit. Do not use it for sudden asthma attacks. Make sure you rinse your mouth with water after inhalation. This is adviced to reduce the risk of oral side effects.

Precautions

It is not suitable for acute asthma attacks, so avoid using it in that case. 

Inform your doctor if you have:

• Infections
• Heart conditions
• Diabetes
• Osteoporosis
• Liver problems

Use the medicine with caution in patients with a history of:

• Tuberculosis
• Fungal infections

Without medical advice, do not stop or change the dose.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Hoarseness
• Throat irritation
• Oral fungal infections 
• Headache
• Cough

It is less common, but serious effects can include:

• Pneumonia
• Adrenal suppression with long term use
• Paradoxical bronchospasm

Seek medical attention if your breathing worsens.