Atectura (Indacaterol/Mometasone Furoate) is a combination medication used to treat asthma in adults and adolescents over the age of 12 years old with reversible obstructive airways disease. Indacaterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs), also known as a bronchodilator; it works in the airways by relaxing muscle and opening air passages to improve breathing. Mometasone Furoate belongs to a class of drugs knowns as corticosteroids; it works by reducing inflammation of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. It also helps to prevent asthma attacks. The benefits of Atectura Breezhaler are its ability to improve pulmonary function and to provide overall asthma control. The usage direction for Atectura Breezhaler is one capsule once a day at about the same time each day. Rinse your mouth with water after each inhalation. Use Atectura Breezhaler as prescribed by your doctor.
Manufacturer Information
The brand Atectura Breezhaler is available from United Kingdom manufactured by Novartis. There is no generic available for this medication. Atectura Breezhaler is available in the dosages of 125 mcg/260 mcg, 125 mcg/127.5 mcg and 125 mcg/62.5 mcg breezhaler.
Make sure you use Atectura Breezhaler properly to help avoid side effects. Some of the common side effects of Atectura may include:
• Asthma (exacerbation);
• Headache;
• Nasopharyngitis;
• Upper respiratory tract infection
Stop using Atectura Breezhaler and see your doctor right away if you have any of the following serious side effects such as:
• Chest tightness, coughing, wheezing or feeling out of breath;
• Trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling of the tongue, lips or face, skin rashes and hives
Atectura Breezhaler does not relieve the sudden asthma attacks. You should always have a rescue inhaler such as Albuterol with you to treat your sudden symptoms. Do not stop taking Atectura Breezhaler without talking to your doctor. Before you start using Atectura Breezhaler you should talk to your doctor about your medical history, allergies, and about all the medications you are taking including otc and herbal supplements. You should also inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if you experience blurry vision or other vision problems while you are using this medication. You also have regular eye exams as this medication can cause eye disorders. There may be a drug interaction between Atectura Breezhaler and other medications such as some depression medications, other medications that contain the same ingredients as Atectura breezhaler, beta blockers, HIV medications, and medications for fungal infections.