Perforomist
Warnings
What may interact with Perforomist?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-MAOIs, such as Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Caffeine
-Certain antibiotics, such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, levofloxacin, and linezolid
-Certain heart medications
-Cisapride
-Diuretics
-Furazolidone
-Medications for blood pressure
-Medications for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions
-Other medications for breathing problems
-Pimozide
-Procarbazine
-Risperidone
-Sertindole
-Steroid medications, such as prednisone or cortisone
-Stimulant medications for attention disorders, weight loss, or staying awake
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Perforomist
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Diabetes (high blood sugar)
-Heart disease
-High blood pressure
-Irregular heartbeat or rhythm
-Pheochromocytoma
-Seizures
-Thyroid disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to formoterol, other medications, food, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Perforomist?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
NEVER use this medication for an acute asthma attack. You should use your short-acting rescue inhaler for an acute attack. If your symptoms get worse or if you need your short-acting inhalers more often, call your care team right away.
This medication can worsen breathing or cause wheezing right after you use it. Be sure you have a short-acting inhaler for acute attacks (wheezing) nearby. If this happens, stop using this medication right away and call your care team.
This medication may increase the risk of serious asthma-related problems. Talk to your care team if you have questions.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or allergies without asking your care team for advice. Some nonprescription medications can affect how this medication works.
You and your care team should develop an Asthma Action Plan that is just for you. Be sure to know what to do if you are in the yellow (asthma is getting worse) or red (medical alert) zones.
If you are going to need surgery or a procedure, tell your care team that you are using this medication.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.Refrigeration (preferred): Store in the refrigerator. Keep unopened vials in the foil pouch. Keep away from extreme heat, cold or humidity. Do not open a vial until you are ready to use it. An opened vial must be used right away. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date. Room Temperature: This medication may be stored at room temperature for up to 3 months. Keep unopened vials in the foil pouch. Keep away from extreme heat, cold or humidity. Do not open a vial until you are ready to use it. An opened vial must be used right away. If it is stored at room temperature, throw away any unused medication after 3 months or after it expires, whichever is first. To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.
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