Formoterol
Uses
Formoterol is used for the treatment of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (copd) and also or exercise-induced bronchospasm in adults and children.
How it Works
Formoterol is known as a long-acting bronchodilator. Formoterol relaxes muscles, it also widens dilates the airways to improve breathing. Formoterol works by opening up the air passages in the lungs so that air can flow into the lungs more freely. This helps to ease symptoms such as coughing, wheezing and feeling breathless.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Formoterol can include the symptoms below;
Nausea,
Insomnia,
Vomiting,
Dizziness,
Dry mouth,
Diarrhoea,
Body aches or pain,
Chills,
Cold or flu-like symptoms,
Cough or hoarseness,
Difficulty with breathing,
Nasopharyngitis.
Beclomethasone
Uses
Beclometasone is used in the treatment of severe allergic reaction, asthma, allergic disorders, skin and eye disorders
How it Works
Beclomethasone is a steroid which is a class of corticosteroid. Beclometasone works by preventing release of certain chemicals from the cells responsible for immune and allergic responses resulting in inflammation.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Beclomethasone can include the symptoms below;
Electrolyte imbalance,
Altered bone growth,
Behavioural changes,
Increased glucose level in blood,
Redistribution/accumulation of body fat,
Bone degradation,
Increased risk of infection,
Muscle disorders,
Increased blood pressure,
Skin scar,
Cataract