Fomtide Nf Information

Fomtide Nf is a prescription medicine that is available as a Inhaler. Asthma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Fomtide Nf has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Fomtide Nf depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Fomtide Nf include Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fomtide Nf as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fomtide Nf go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Fomtide Nf's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Fomtide Nf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Fomtide Nf have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Fomtide Nf may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Fomtide Nf, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Fomtide Nf Benefits & Uses
Fomtide Nf Dosage & How to Take
Fomtide Nf Side Effects
Fomtide Nf Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fomtide Nf with Other Drugs
Fomtide Nf Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fomtide Nf
Fomtide Nf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fomtide Nf Benefits & Uses

Fomtide Nf is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Fomtide Nf Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 80 mcg budesonide and 4.5 mcg formoterol in one puff, above 6 years old can take
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff

Fomtide Nf Related Warnings

Is the use of Fomtide Nf safe for pregnant women?

Fomtide NF can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Fomtide NF right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Fomtide Nf safe during breastfeeding?

Fomtide NF can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fomtide Nf on the Kidneys?

Using Fomtide NF does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fomtide Nf on the Liver?

Using Fomtide NF does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fomtide Nf on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Fomtide NF on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fomtide Nf with Other Drugs

Fomtide Nf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Atenolol

Propranolol

Hydrochlorothiazide

Quinidine

Prednisolone

Ritonavir

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Amitriptyline

Theophylline

Fomtide Nf Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fomtide Nf unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pneumonia
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fomtide Nf

Is this Fomtide Nf habit forming or addictive?

Fomtide Nf does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Fomtide Nf does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fomtide Nf only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Fomtide Nf in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Fomtide Nf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fomtide Nf

You can take Fomtide Nf with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fomtide Nf

Taking Fomtide Nf with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Fomtide NF 12 Mcg/100 Mcg Inhaler