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I have chest tightness and mucus with acute bronchitis. Can I take Forocort?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am 44 years old. I got flu symptoms two years back and after two weeks of slight chest pain. So my doctor prescribed Foracort 200 with Montair LC. Then in a few days, I got cured. Now, I have chest tightness and mucus but not much cough, no fever, and no running nose. It is looking like a flu cold followed by acute bronchitis. With home remedies, it is getting easier but still, mucus exists thus tightness of chest and throat periodically though not severe. It is there for around 10 days. I am a diabetic on Insulin. Can I use Forocort 200? If so, how many days and dose? Please advise.
Answered by Dr. Prabhakaran

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Hello,

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With history, I would suggest a few medicines for cold.

Treatment:

1) Tablet. Augmentin 625 (Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid) 1-0-1 X 5 days.

2) Tablet Pulmoclear (Acebrophylline and Acetylcysteine) 1-0-1 X 5 days.

3) Tablet Montek-LC (Montelukast and Levocetirizine) 0-0-1 X 3 days.

4) Foracort 200 (Budesonide and Formoterol) twice daily for 10 days and you can stop.

Kindly take the medicines and get back for follow up.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I had finished one course of Augmentin before 9 days back and Levocetirizine for 4 days. But improvement is there but not yet cleared. So I thought of Forocort. Should I repeat with Montair LC and Forocort without antibiotics? I do not have a fever.

Answered by Dr. Prabhakaran

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Prabhakaran is a General Medicine specialist with extensive expertise in Diabetology, Sonology, Echocardiography, Palliative Care, and Toxicology. He provides comprehensive medical care by combining advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans. His areas of expertise include managing chronic and acute illnesses, metabolic and cardiac disorders, and delivering patient-centered care that enhances overall well-being, comfort, and quality of life.

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Hello,

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I would suggest another antibiotic because you said you still have a little amount of problem. You can take Montek LC (Montelukast and Levocetirizine) and Foracort (Formoterol fumarate and Budesonide). Kindly take the below tablets also for five days.

1) Tablet. Mahacef plus (Cefixime and Ofloxacin) 1-0-1 X 5 days.

2) Tablet Pantocid (Pantoprazole) 1-0-0 (before food) X 5 days.

Kindly take these tablets along with Montek LC and Foracort. You will be fine in a couple of days.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I understand the medication to be taken. As the Montek tablet causes drowsiness, should it still be taken? Is it fine if I take only the levocetrizine tablet? Kindly suggest.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Prabhakaran

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MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Prabhakaran is a General Medicine specialist with extensive expertise in Diabetology, Sonology, Echocardiography, Palliative Care, and Toxicology. He provides comprehensive medical care by combining advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans. His areas of expertise include managing chronic and acute illnesses, metabolic and cardiac disorders, and delivering patient-centered care that enhances overall well-being, comfort, and quality of life.

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Hello,

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Montek Lc has got Levocetrizine and Montelukast so both tablets are the same. Montek Lc will give mild sedation, and hence you can take the tablet at eight in the evening.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Vinodhini J.
Published At June 25, 2020
Reviewed At September 4, 2023

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Dr. Prabhakaran is a General Medicine specialist with extensive expertise in Diabetology, Sonology, Echocardiography, Palliative Care, and Toxicology. He provides comprehensive medical care by combining advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans. His areas of expertise include managing chronic and acute illnesses, metabolic and cardiac disorders, and delivering patient-centered care that enhances overall well-being, comfort, and quality of life.

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Dr. Vinodhini J. is a Dental Surgeon with extensive years of clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and oral health issues, including restorative, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on maintaining oral health, alleviating discomfort, and enhancing smiles. Her expertise ensures comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s dental needs and overall wellbeing.

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