Formost 200 Inhaler
Prescription Required
Introduction of Formost Inhaler
Formost 200 Inhaler is used in the treatment of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It relaxes the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.
Formost 200 Inhaler is a combination of two medicines: Formost 200 Inhaler1 and Formost 200 Inhaler2.
Formost 200 Inhaler is a combination of two medicines: Formost 200 Inhaler1 and Formost 200 Inhaler2.
Uses of Formost Inhaler
Benefits of Formost Inhaler
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. Formost 200 Inhaler relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.
Side effects of Formost Inhaler
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Formost
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Respiratory tract infection
- Fungal infection of mouth
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Hoarseness of voice
- Dryness in mouth
- Cough
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Increased heart rate
How to use Formost Inhaler
Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Formost 200 Inhaler.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Formost 200 Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Formost 200 Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Formost Inhaler
- Formost 200 Inhaler is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
- This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
- It should be taken at the same time each day.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Formost 200 Inhaler can lower blood potassium level.
- Only miniscule amounts of Formost 200 Inhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Formost 200 Inhaler
Twice A Day
61%
Once A Day
35%
Thrice A Day
4%
What are you using Formost Inhaler for?
Asthma
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Formost 200 Inhaler?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Formost Inhaler?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Formost 200 Inhaler on price
Average
100%
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