Indactiv 160 is a combination of two medicines. It relieves the symptoms of uncontrolled asthma in adults and children aged above 12 years. It relieves inflammation (swelling) and relaxes the muscles in the airways, thereby making breathing easier.
Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use this medicine. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you don't have any symptoms. That means it is doing its job. If you stop taking it, your symptoms may get worse. This medicine should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your rescue inhaler. To get the benefit from this medicine, you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right; otherwise, it does not work as well.
The most common side effects include difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the tongue, lips, or face, skin rash, itching, and hives. You can prevent some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Asthma is a chronic lung condition where airways become inflamed and narrowed, causing wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing. Indactiv 160 helps open the airways and reduce inflammation, making it easier to breathe and reducing the frequency and severity of asthma attacks. It supports better daily lung function and overall comfort.
Side effects of Indactiv Capsule
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 Indactiv
Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin)
Skin rash
Hives
Itching
Breathing problems
Difficulty in swallowing
How to use Indactiv Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
How Indactiv Capsule works
Indacaterol works by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe. Mometasone works by calming down the immune system. It reduces the swelling in airways. It also suppresses symptoms such as wheezing and coughing.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Indactiv 160. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Indactiv 160 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Indactiv 160 may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Indactiv 160 alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Indactiv Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Indactiv 160, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
You might experience dryness in the mouth. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Gargle with warm water after each inhalation if you get a sore throat and to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after use.
Avoid smoking as it irritates the lungs and will make your condition worse.
If you have diabetes you may need to check your blood glucose more frequently. Your doctor will advise you about this.
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RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Dry scaling Psoriasis (10 years); asthma 3 years.; obesity I have been on folitrax 7.5 mg x 2 once a week for the last 8 years. I also take folvite 50 daily. The breathing difficulty is recent. I am on seroflo inhaler twice a day and tiate once a day. There is no change in the psoriasis but the asthma is getting worse.
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
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Can I smoke if I have been prescribed Indactiv 160?
No, you should not smoke while taking Indactiv 160. Smoking irritates the lungs. The medicine may make breathing more difficult, especially in asthma patients. Take advice from your doctor if you are finding it hard to avoid smoking.
Can Indactiv 160 be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks?
No, you should use Indactiv 160 every day and not only when you have breathing problems or other symptoms of asthma. This will ensure that it controls your asthma properly. Do not use this medicine to relieve a sudden attack of breathlessness or wheezing.
Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Indactiv 160?
Although this medicine has not been studied in patients with diabetes, it is advisable to inform your doctor before starting treatment with Indactiv 160.
Do I still need to take Indactiv 160 even when I am feeling better?
Yes, it is advisable to use this medicine for as long as your doctor prescribes. It will only be effective as long as you are using it. Do not stop using it unless your doctor advises you to, even if you feel better, as your symptoms may worsen.
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References
Indacaterol and Mometasone furoate [Summary of Product Characteristics]. Dublin, Ireland: Novartis Europharm Limited; 2020. [Accessed 24th Nov. 2022] (online) Available from:
Country of origin: India Expires on or after: February, 2027
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