Formonide

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Formonide Information

Formonide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Respules, Inhaler, Respicaps. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Formonide have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Formonide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Formonide include Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Formonide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Formonide normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Formonide is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Formonide has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Formonide related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Formonide are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Formonide with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Formonide is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.


Formonide Benefits & Uses

Formonide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Formonide 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

Formonide Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Formonide safe for pregnant women?


    Formonide may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Formonide again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Formonide safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Formonide. If you see any side effects, stop taking Formonide immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Formonide again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Formonide on the Kidneys?


    Formonide does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Formonide on the Liver?


    Using Formonide does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Formonide on the Heart?


    Formonide is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Formonide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate


Formonide Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Formonide

  • Is this Formonide habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Formonide.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Formonide since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Formonide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Formonide for mental disorders.

    No

Formonide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Formonide


    You can take Formonide with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Formonide


    Taking alcohol with Formonide can be dangerous.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Perforomist® (formoterol fumarate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 224

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 595-596

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 356-366

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 231

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Entocort® Ec (budesonide)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pulmicort Respules™ (budesonide)

Product Description [Internet]: SYMBICORT. AstraZeneca

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