Formost 400 Respicap Benefits & Uses

Formost 400 Respicap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

COPD
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Asthma
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Emphysema
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Sarcoidosis
Lichen Planus
Hives
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dermatitis
Blisters
Nasal Polyps

Formost 400 Respicap 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
Adult	Disease: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 ml Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mcg Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mcg Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Formost 400 Respicap Related Warnings

Is the use of Formost 400 Respicap safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Formost will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Moderate
Is the use of Formost 400 Respicap safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Formost in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Formost is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Formost 400 Respicap on the Kidneys?

Formost rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Formost 400 Respicap on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Formost. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Formost 400 Respicap on the Heart?

Formost is rarely harmful for the heart.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Formost 400 Respicap with Other Drugs

Formost 400 Respicap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Selegiline

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Amoxapine

Rasagiline

Azithromycin

Propranolol

Mifepristone

Furosemide

Aspirin

Acetazolamide

Adalimumab

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Pioglitazone,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Atenolol,Chlorthalidone

Mild

Fluticasone

Formost 400 Respicap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Formost 400 Respicap unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Diabetes
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Glaucoma
Tuberculosis (TB)
Osteoporosis
Infections
Bronchitis
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Formost 400 Respicap

Is this Formost 400 Respicap habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Formost 400 Respicap is addictive.

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

Formost 400 Respicap will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Formost 400 Respicap should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Formost 400 Respicap cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Formost 400 Respicap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Formost 400 Respicap

There is no information on the effects of taking Formost 400 Respicap with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Formost 400 Respicap

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Formost 400 Respicap with alcohol.

Unknown

See all substitutes for Formost

Fomtaz Disk Inhaler - ₹17
Formoterol Inhaler - ₹360

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Formost 400 Respicap