Forsmart Benefits & Uses

Forsmart is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Forsmart 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

Forsmart Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Forsmart is used -

Mild

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Sore throat

Common

Nasopharyngitis
Headache
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Nasal congestion
Nausea or vomiting
Stomach Upset

Forsmart Related Warnings

Is the use of Forsmart safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Forsmart safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Forsmart. Immediately discontinue Forsmart if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Forsmart on the Kidneys?

Forsmart is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Forsmart on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Forsmart on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Forsmart with Other Drugs

Forsmart 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

Forsmart Contraindications

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

Pneumonia
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Forsmart

Is this Forsmart habit forming or addictive?

Forsmart does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Forsmart only on doctor's advice.

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

Forsmart is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Forsmart Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Forsmart

Taking Forsmart with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Forsmart

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Forsmart as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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