Formosone
- Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
- Contains / Salt: Formoterol (6 mcg) + Fluticasone (250 mcg)
Formosone
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- Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
- Contains / Salt: Formoterol (6 mcg) + Fluticasone (250 mcg)
Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
- This medicine is not available on Cash on Delivery(CoD)
Formosone Information
Formosone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Inhaler, Inhalation, Respicaps. Other than this, Formosone has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Formosone. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Formosone include Nosebleed, Chest tightness, Cough. While these are the most often observed Formosone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Formosone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Formosone is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Formosone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Formosone are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Formosone may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Formosone, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Formosone Benefits & Uses
Formosone is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Formosone 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) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Formosone Related Warnings
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Is the use of Formosone safe for pregnant women?
Formosone may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Formosone again without your doctor's advice.
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Is the use of Formosone safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Formosone as it bears very minor side effects for them.
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What is the effect of Formosone on the Kidneys?
Formosone is completely safe for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Formosone on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Formosone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
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What is the effect of Formosone on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Formosone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Severe Interaction of Formosone with Other Drugs
Formosone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Formosone Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Formosone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Epilepsy
- Heart Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Potassium Deficiency
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Allergy
- Infections
- Osteoporosis
- Liver Disease
- Cataract
- Malnutrition
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Formosone
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Is this Formosone habit forming or addictive?
Formosone is not addictive in nature.
Formosone Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Formosone
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Formosone, due to a lack of research on this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Formosone
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Formosone with alcohol.
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