Foratec Rotacap

Formoterol (12mcg)

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Foratec Rotacap is used for preventing symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Written By Dr. Subita Alagh, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 13 Apr 2026 | 10:23 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Formoterol (12mcg)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Foratec Rotacap is only for the inhalational purpose, so do not swallow the capsule. The first dose is given under medical supervision to prevent the side effects happen during first use. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, nasopharyngitis, dry mouth, vomiting, dizziness, and insomnia. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment as it may affect heart rate.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have a heart problem, or have high blood pressure or diabetes. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

Uses of Foratec Rotacap

Benefits of Foratec Rotacap

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Foratec Rotacap helps people with COPD breathe easier by relaxing the muscles in the airways and keeping them open for a longer time. This reduces symptoms like shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing, improving daily activity and overall lung function.

Side effects of Foratec Rotacap

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Foratec

Tremors
Dryness in mouth
Palpitations
Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How to use Foratec Rotacap

Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until your hear a click and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds. If some powder remains in the rotahaler repeat the process.

How Foratec Rotacap works

Foratec Rotacap is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

Quick tips

Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
Do not stop taking Foratec Rotacap suddenly even if you do not currently have any symptoms as that may cause your breathing problems to come back.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Foratec Rotacap. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Foratec Rotacap during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Foratec Rotacap should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Foratec Rotacap may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Interaction with drugs

Taking Foratec with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Propranolol (Oral Route)

Do not use Propranolol with Formoterol if you have asthma or COPD. Propranolol may reduce efficacy of Formoterol.

Severe

Timolol (Eye Route)

Do not use Timolol with Formoterol if you have asthma or COPD. Timolol may reduce efficacy of Formoterol.

Severe

Pindolol (Oral Route)

Do not use Pindolol with Formoterol if you have asthma or COPD. Pindolol may reduce efficacy of Formoterol.

Severe

Propranolol (Injection Route)

Do not use Propranolol with Formoterol if you have asthma or COPD. Propranolol may reduce efficacy of Formoterol.

Severe

Levobunolol (Eye Route)

Do not use Levobunolol with Formoterol if you have asthma or COPD. Levobunolol may reduce efficacy of Formoterol.

Frequently asked questions

Is Foratec Rotacap a steroid?

Foratec Rotacap belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It is not a steroid; however it is available in combination with steroids as an inhaler

How does Foratec Rotacap work?

Foratec Rotacap belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe

What form does Foratec Rotacap come in?

Foratec Rotacap comes as a powder filled capsule for inhaler and a solution for nebulizer use

Is Foratec Rotacap safe?

Foratec Rotacap is safe when taken as per the directions of the doctor

is Foratec Rotacap banned?

Foratec Rotacap is not banned

Does Foratec Rotacap cause weight gain?

There are no studies showing that Foratec Rotacap causes weight gain

Does Foratec Rotacap cause death/asthma-related death?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Amphetamine derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Long-Acting β2-Agonists (LABA)

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References

Westfall TC, WestfallIn DP. Adrenergic Agonists and Antagonists. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 293.
Boushey HA. Drugs Used in Asthma. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 344
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 592-93.
Formoterol fumarate. Napa, California: Dey Pharma, L.P.; 2001 [revised May 2010]. [Accessed 25 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
Formoterol. Basle, Switzerland: Novartis Pharma AG; 2001 [revised Sep. 2012]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Foratec Rotacap

Benefits of Foratec Rotacap

Side effects of Foratec Rotacap

How to use Foratec Rotacap

How Foratec Rotacap works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Propranolol (Oral Route)

Timolol (Eye Route)

Pindolol (Oral Route)

Propranolol (Injection Route)

Levobunolol (Eye Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Foratec Rotacap a steroid?

How does Foratec Rotacap work?

What form does Foratec Rotacap come in?

Is Foratec Rotacap safe?

is Foratec Rotacap banned?

Does Foratec Rotacap cause weight gain?

Does Foratec Rotacap cause death/asthma-related death?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Complete Blood Count

References

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