{"id":20127,"date":"2022-03-26T07:42:28","date_gmt":"2022-03-26T07:42:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=20127"},"modified":"2022-03-28T08:25:20","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T08:25:20","slug":"oxis-turbohaler","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/oxis-turbohaler\/","title":{"rendered":"Oxis Turbohaler &#8211; Formoterol fumarate dihydrate uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>4.5 micrograms\/dose and 9 micrograms\/dose,\u00a0inhalation powder<br>formoterol fumarate dihydrate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Oxis Turbohaler is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;.&nbsp;It contains a medicine called formoterol.&nbsp;Formoterol belongs to a group of medicines called &#8220;long-acting beta-agonists&#8221; or &#8220;tracheal dilators&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It works by getting the muscles in your airways to relax, which helps you breathe easier.&nbsp;The effect sets in within 1-3 minutes and lasts up to 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor has prescribed this medicine to treat&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;or&nbsp;chronic obstructive pulmonary disease&nbsp;(COPD).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Asthma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0is\u00a0used to treat\u00a0asthma\u00a0in adults, adolescents, and children aged 6 years and older.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In\u00a0asthma, your doctor will prescribe two asthma inhalers: Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0and\u00a0a separate &#8220;cortisone inhaler&#8221;.\u00a0These should be used together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0is\u00a0used to prevent the onset of asthma symptoms.<\/li><li>Some people also use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0when\u00a0they need an extra\u00a0dose\u00a0to treat asthma symptoms and make it easier to breathe again.<\/li><li>Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0can\u00a0also be used before exertion to prevent exertional asthma symptoms.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chronic&nbsp;obstructive pulmonary disease&nbsp;(COPD)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;can&nbsp;also be used to treat the symptoms of COPD in adults.&nbsp;COPD is a long-term disease of the respiratory tract that has often been caused by cigarette smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Oxis Turbohaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Oxis Turbohaler:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to formoterol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;if&nbsp;:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You have\u00a0diabetes.\u00a0You may need to check your blood sugar more often while using Oxis\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/li><li>You have high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0or if you have ever had heart problems.<\/li><li>You have thyroid problems.<\/li><li>You have low levels of\u00a0potassium\u00a0in your blood.\u00a0Your doctor may take blood samples to check your blood potassium level.<\/li><li>You have severe liver problems such as\u00a0liver cirrhosis.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not sure if any of the above applies to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Oxis\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Oxis Turbohaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription and herbal remedies.\u00a0This is important because some medicines may affect or be affected by treatment with Oxis\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Beta-blockers\u00a0(such as atenolol or propranolol for high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0), including\u00a0eye drops\u00a0(such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/timosan\/\">timolol<\/a>\u00a0for\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0).<\/li><li>Medicines for fast or irregular heartbeat (such as\u00a0quinidine\u00a0).<\/li><li>Drugs such as\u00a0digoxin, are often used for\u00a0heart failure.<\/li><li>Diuretics\u00a0, also known as diuretics (such as\u00a0furosemide\u00a0).\u00a0These are used for high\u00a0blood pressure.<\/li><li>Steroids\u00a0are taken by mouth (such as\u00a0prednisolone\u00a0).<\/li><li>Xanthines (such as theophylline or aminophylline).\u00a0These are often used to treat\u00a0asthma.<\/li><li>Erythromycin (used to treat\u00a0infections\u00a0).<\/li><li>Antihistamines\u00a0are (such as terfenadine).<\/li><li>Other substances that dilate the trachea (bronchodilators, such as\u00a0salbutamol\u00a0).<\/li><li>Ephedrine\u00a0(used to treat\u00a0asthma\u00a0or as a decongestant of mucous membranes).<\/li><li>Tricyclic antidepressant\u00a0drugs (such as amitriptyline).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of the above apply to you, or if you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Oxis\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you will need anesthesia in connection with an operation or a dental procedure, you should also tell your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are also being treated with anticholinergics (eg <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/tiogiva\/\">tiotropium<\/a> or ipratropium bromide) in addition to Oxis Turbohaler,\u00a0it may help to open the airways even more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine &#8211; do not use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0unless\u00a0your doctor advises you to do so.<\/li><li>If you become pregnant while using Oxis Turbohaler,\u00a0do not stop using Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0but\u00a0contact your doctor immediately.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;does&nbsp;not affect the ability to drive or use tools or machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oxis Turbohaler contains lactose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;contains&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;which&nbsp;is a sugar.&nbsp;If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.&nbsp;The amount of&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;in this medicine does not normally cause problems in people who are lactose intolerant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The excipient&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;contains small amounts of milk protein which can cause allergic reactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Oxis Turbohaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li>Do not increase the prescribed&nbsp;dose&nbsp;of Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;without&nbsp;first talking to your doctor.<\/li><li>If you use Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;regularly&nbsp;for&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;or COPD, continue to do so even if you have no symptoms.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important information about your&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;or COPD symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you feel short of breath or wheezing while using Oxis Turbohaler,\u00a0you should continue to use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0but\u00a0consult a doctor as soon as possible as you may need further treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a doctor immediately if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Your breathing deteriorates or you often wake up at night with\u00a0asthma.<\/li><li>You begin to feel pressure over your chest.<\/li><li>You do not feel better with your usual\u00a0dose.<\/li><li>You need to take more medicines than your usual\u00a0dose\u00a0for more than 2 days a week<\/li><li>You need to use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0more\u00a0than usual before exertion.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These signs may indicate that your&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;or COPD is not being adequately controlled and you may need other or immediate treatment immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dosage&nbsp;4.5 micrograms \/ dose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Asthma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;should&nbsp;not be used by children under 6 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults (18 years and older)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 or 2 inhalations once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Your doctor may increase the\u00a0dose\u00a0from one to 4 inhalations once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Some people even use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0as\u00a0an attack cop.\u00a0If you get asthma symptoms, the usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 or 2 inhalations when they occur.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 8 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the inhalations you take every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow up to 12 inhalations per day.\u00a0Do not use more than a total of 12 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Do not take more than 6 inhalations at one time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children and adolescents (6 to 17 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 2 inhalations once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Some children also use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0as\u00a0a seizure suppressor.\u00a0If your child develops asthma symptoms, the usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 or 2 inhalations when they occur.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 4 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the\u00a0inhalation\u00a0your child takes every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow your child to take up to 8 inhalations per day.\u00a0Your child should not use more than a total of 8 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Your child should not take more than 2 inhalations at the same time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor (or asthma nurse) will help you manage your\u00a0asthma.\u00a0Once your\u00a0asthma\u00a0is under control, your doctor may decide to gradually reduce the\u00a0dose\u00a0of one of Oxis\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Exercise-induced asthma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or your child have exercise-induced asthma symptoms, your doctor may advise you or your child to also use Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;before&nbsp;exertion.&nbsp;Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;should&nbsp;not be used by children under 6 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults (18 years and older)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 2 inhalations before exertion.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 8 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the inhalations you take every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow up to 12 inhalations per day.\u00a0Do not use more than a total of 12 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Do not take more than 6 inhalations at one time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children and adolescents (6 to 17 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1-2 inhalations before exertion.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 4 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the\u00a0inhalation\u00a0your child takes every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow your child to take up to 8 inhalations per day.\u00a0Your child should not use more than a total of 8 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Your child should not take more than 2 inhalations at the same time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease&nbsp;(COPD)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Only for adults (18 years and older).<\/li><li>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is 2 inhalations once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Your doctor may&nbsp;prescribe&nbsp;an extra&nbsp;dose&nbsp;for you to treat your COPD symptoms.<\/li><li>You should not take more than 8 inhalations per day.<\/li><li>Do not take more than 4 inhalations at one time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dosage&nbsp;9 micrograms \/ dose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Asthma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;should&nbsp;not be used by children under 6 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults (18 years and older)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 inhalation once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Your doctor may increase the\u00a0dose\u00a0one to 2 inhalations once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Some people even use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0as\u00a0an attack cop.\u00a0If you get asthma symptoms, the usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 inhalation when they occur.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 4 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the\u00a0inhalation\u00a0you take every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow up to 6 inhalations per day.\u00a0Do not use more than a total of 6 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Do not take more than 3 inhalations at one time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children and adolescents (6 to 17 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 inhalation once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Some children also use Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0as\u00a0a seizure suppressor.\u00a0If your child develops asthma symptoms, the usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 inhalation when they occur.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 2 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the\u00a0inhalation\u00a0your child takes every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow your child to take up to 4 inhalations per day.\u00a0Your child should not use more than a total of 4 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Your child should not take more than 1 inhalation at the same time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor (or asthma nurse) will help you manage your\u00a0asthma.\u00a0Once your\u00a0asthma\u00a0is under control, your doctor may decide to gradually reduce the\u00a0dose\u00a0of one of Oxis\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Exercise-induced asthma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or your child have exercise-induced asthma symptoms, your doctor may advise you or your child to also use Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;before&nbsp;exertion.&nbsp;Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;should&nbsp;not be used by children under 6 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults (18 years and older)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 inhalation before exertion.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 4 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the\u00a0inhalation\u00a0you take every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow up to 6 inhalations per day.\u00a0Do not use more than a total of 6 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Do not take more than 3 inhalations at one time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children and adolescents (6 to 17 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 inhalation before exertion.<\/li><li>A total daily\u00a0dose\u00a0of more than 2 inhalations is not normally required.\u00a0These include the\u00a0inhalation\u00a0your child takes every day, for asthma symptoms and before exertion.\u00a0However, your doctor may allow your child to take up to 4 inhalations per day.\u00a0Your child should not use more than a total of 4 inhalations over 24 hours.<\/li><li>Your child should not take more than 1 inhalation at the same time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease&nbsp;(COPD)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Only for adults (18 years and older).<\/li><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 inhalation once or twice daily.<\/li><li>Your doctor may\u00a0prescribe\u00a0an extra\u00a0dose\u00a0for you to treat your COPD symptoms.<\/li><li>You should not take more than 4 inhalations per day.<\/li><li>Do not take more than 2 inhalations at the same time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to prepare your new Oxis&nbsp;Turbohaler&nbsp;inhaler<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before using your\u00a0<strong>new<\/strong>\u00a0Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0for\u00a0<strong>the first time<\/strong>, you must prepare it for use as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Unscrew the protective sleeve and lift it off.&nbsp;You can hear a rattling sound.<\/li><li>Hold your Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;upright with the turquoise knob facing down.<\/li><li>Turn the turquoise knob as far as it will go in one direction.&nbsp;Then turn it as far as it will go in the other direction (it does not matter which direction you turn first).<\/li><li>You should hear&nbsp;<strong>a&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>clicking<\/strong>&nbsp;sound.<\/li><li>Repeat this by turning the turquoise knob in both directions.<\/li><li>Your Oxis Turbohaler&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;is&nbsp;now ready for use.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to inhale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each time you need to\u00a0inhale, follow the instructions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19961014000012#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/AstraZeneca\/Media\/Oxis\/Bild1.jpg\" alt=\"Oxis Turbohaler\" title=\"Oxis Turbohaler\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Unscrew the white protective sleeve and lift it off.&nbsp;You may hear a rattling sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Hold your&nbsp;Turbohaler&nbsp;upright with the turquoise knob facing down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Do not hold the nozzle when charging your\u00a0Turbohaler.\u00a0To feed a\u00a0dose, turn the turquoise knob in one direction as far as it will go.\u00a0Then turn it the other way as far as it will go (it does not matter which direction you turn first).\u00a0You should hear\u00a0<strong>a\u00a0clicking<\/strong>\u00a0sound.\u00a0Your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0is now charged and ready to use.\u00a0Only charge your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0when you need to use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19961014000012#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/AstraZeneca\/Media\/Oxis\/Bild2.jpg\" alt=\"Turn the turquoise knob\" title=\"Turn the turquoise knob\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Keep your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0away from your mouth.\u00a0Exhale calmly (as much as feels comfortable).\u00a0Do not exhale through your\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Carefully place the nozzle between the teeth.&nbsp;Close your lips.&nbsp;Inhale through your mouth as deeply and strongly as you can.&nbsp;Do not chew or bite on the nozzle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19961014000012#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/AstraZeneca\/Media\/Oxis\/Bild3.jpg\" alt=\"Place the nozzle between the teeth\" title=\"Place the nozzle between the teeth\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Remove your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0from your mouth.\u00a0Then exhale gently.\u00a0The amount of drugs inhaled is very small.\u00a0This means that you may not feel any taste of it after\u00a0inhaling\u00a0it.\u00a0If you have followed the instructions, you can be sure that you have inhaled\u00a0dose\u00a0one and that the medicine is now in your lungs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. If you are going to take another\u00a0dose, repeat steps 2 to 6.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. Replace the protective sleeve properly after use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not attempt to remove the nozzle as it is attached to your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0and must not be removed.\u00a0The nozzle can be turned but do not turn it unnecessarily.\u00a0Do not use your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0if it has been damaged or if the nozzle has come loose from your\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with all\u00a0inhalers, caregivers should ensure that children prescribed Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0use\u00a0the correct inhalation technique, as described above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cleaning your&nbsp;Turbohaler<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wipe the outside of the nozzle with a dry cloth once a week.&nbsp;Do not use water or other liquids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When is it time to start using a new\u00a0Turbohaler?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The dose indicator tells you how many&nbsp;doses&nbsp;you have left in the Turbohaler and starts with 60&nbsp;doses&nbsp;when it is full.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19961014000012#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/AstraZeneca\/Media\/Oxis\/Ny20bild20PIL201.jpg\" alt=\"picture new 1\" title=\"picture new 1\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The dose indicator is marked in intervals of 10 doses.\u00a0Therefore, it does not show every\u00a0dose.\u00a0When you first see a red mark at the edge of the indicator window, there are approximately 20 doses left.\u00a0At the last 10 doses, the background of the dose indicator is red.\u00a0When &#8220;0&#8221; on the red background has reached the center of the window, you must start using a new\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19961014000012#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/AstraZeneca\/Media\/Oxis\/Ny20bild20PIL202.jpg\" alt=\"picture 2\" title=\"picture 2\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Note:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The knob will still\u00a0<strong>&#8220;click&#8221;<\/strong>\u00a0when you turn it even when your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0is out.<\/li><li>The sound you hear when you shake your\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0comes from a desiccant and not from the medicine.\u00a0Therefore, the sound can not tell you how much medicine is left in your\u00a0Turbohaler.<\/li><li>If you accidentally charge your Oxis Turbohaler\u00a0more\u00a0than once before taking your\u00a0dose, you will still only get one\u00a0dose.\u00a0However, the indicator will record all charged\u00a0doses.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Oxis Turbohaler then you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example, a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a 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Turbohaler\u00a0must\u00a0be stored with the protective sleeve on when not in use.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton or label on your\u00a0Turbohaler.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Make sure you always dispose of your used\u00a0Turbohaler\u00a0responsibly, as some of the medicine will remain inside the inhaler.\u00a0Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is formoterol fumarate dihydrate.\u00a0In a\u00a04.5 microgram \/ Turbuhaler each dose contains\u00a06\u00a0micrograms\u00a0of formoterol fumarate dihydrate, of which you can inhale 4.5 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