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Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Long-acting Beta Agonist + Steroid Inhaler Foster Adult

Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler - What is it for

​Foster inhaler is used to help control symptoms in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD is a disease affecting the lungs which makes it harder for the person to breathe as the disease gets worse.

Foster contains two ingredients, Formoterol and Beclomethasone. Formoterol helps to keep the airways open, making it easier for air to move in and out of the lungs. Beclomethasone is a steroid and helps to reduce and prevent swelling and inflammation in the airways.

Foster is normally referred to as a ‘preventer’ or ‘controller’ inhaler as it helps to prevent symptoms such as breathlessness in asthma and COPD. It can also help to reduce the chances of having an asthma attack.

Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler cause?

​Common side effects include:

    • Brushing your teeth each time after you use your Foster inhaler
  • Dizziness
  • Headache



  • Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Itchy skin rashes over your whole body


Before taking Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler, what precautions must I follow?

​Inform your healthcare professional if:

  • You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
  • You have high blood pressure
  • You have heart, liver or thyroid problems
  • You have diabetes
  • You have low blood potassium levels





What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler?

Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler - Dosage and How to Use

How should Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler be used?

  • ​Use your Foster inhaler every day to control your condition.
  • Do not stop using your inhaler even when you feel well or do not have any symptoms.
  • Please refer to the Foster inhaler’s patient information leaflet to learn how to use the inhaler.

What should I do if I miss a dose?


What should I do if I overdose?

Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler - Handling

How should I handle Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler safely?

Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler - Storage

How should I store Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler?


​Keep the cap on when not in use.

How should I dispose of Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler safely?


Formoterol/Beclomethasone Inhaler - Additional Information

Check the dose counter and change the inhaler once the dose counter indicates zero doses or two months after you opened it.


  • Updated on Wednesday, July 31, 2019

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