Foradil Interactions Explained
The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when
Foradil is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
Beta Blockers
Taking Foradil and a beta blocker together can decrease the effectiveness of both medications. People with
asthma should generally avoid beta blockers, as they may make their condition worse. While some beta blockers are less likely than others to interact with Foradil, all beta blockers can potentially cause problems.
Certain Diuretics
Taking Foradil and certain diuretics together can increase your risk of low potassium levels (hypokalemia), especially when you use Foradil more frequently than recommended. Talk to your healthcare provider before using these medications together.
Digoxin
Foradil may decrease the level of digoxin in your blood, perhaps making it less effective. Your healthcare provider may need to monitor the level of digoxin in your blood and adjust your digoxin dosage as necessary, especially when you are starting or stopping Foradil.
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
Foradil should be used with extreme caution in combination with MAOIs because it may result in dangerously low
blood pressure (hypotension). Talk to your healthcare provider before combining Foradil with an MAOI.
Salmeterol
Foradil should not be used with products containing
salmeterol, as this may increase the chance of a severe
asthma attack or even death.
Tricyclic Antidepressants
Foradil should be used with extreme caution in combination with
tricyclic antidepressants because it may result in dangerously low blood pressure (hypotension) or an irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia). Talk to your healthcare provider before combining Foradil with a tricyclic
antidepressant.
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