Furamo is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Furamo is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Furamo safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Furamo in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Furamo safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Furamo for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Furamo on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Furamo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Furamo on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Furamo. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Furamo on the Heart?
Furamo may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Furamo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Furamo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Furamo habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Furamo.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Furamo will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Furamo should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Furamo is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Furamo
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Furamo with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Furamo
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Furamo.
Furamo is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.
Yes, Furamo is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. It is used for treating rash, psoriatic lesion or eczema on your skin surface. Unlike other steroids, Furamo is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation.
Yes, Furamo comes in combination with salicylic acid. The combination is very effective in treating psoriasis.
No, Furamo should not be used on a diaper rash as the diaper might contain an occlusive dressing which might be air and water tight causing an irritant effect on the skin of a child. Diaper rash appears as an inflamed skin portion (also known as dermatitis) on the bottoms of a baby. It develops because of wet and infrequently changed diapers, chafing and also because of the skin sensitivity. It can be cured by using good quality diapers, air drying, frequent changing of the diapers and using an ointment containing ingredients like zinc oxide, calendula, etc.
Yes, Furamo can be used for the treatment of brown patches on the skin or melasma, however, it is not used alone. It is always used in combination with hydroquinone, isotretinoin and sometimes glycolic acid. Melasma is a common skin condition. It is usually manifested as brown to gray-brown patches on the forehead, bridge of the nose, cheeks, upper lip, and chin. It can also invade forearms and neck. Alongside topical treatment, protection from Sun is also suggested as a treatment.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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