Foristal Information

Foristal is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Allergy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Foristal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Foristal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Foristal include Nausea or vomiting, Drowsiness, Headache. While these are the most often observed Foristal side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Foristal are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Foristal has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Foristal related warnings talks about Foristal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Foristal contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Foristal is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Foristal Benefits & Uses
Foristal Dosage & How to Take
Foristal Side Effects
Foristal Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Foristal with Other Drugs
Foristal Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Foristal
Foristal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Foristal Benefits & Uses

Foristal is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy

Other Benefits

Angioedema
Dermatitis
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Foristal 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: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose for 6 - 12 years old

Foristal Related Warnings

Is the use of Foristal safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Foristal during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Foristal safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Foristal for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Foristal on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Foristal. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Foristal on the Liver?

Foristal has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Foristal on the Heart?

Foristal has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Foristal with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Alcohol

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Imipramine

Foristal Contraindications

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

Glaucoma
Gastritis
Asthma
Conversion Disorder
Enlarged Prostate

Frequently asked Questions about Foristal

Is this Foristal habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Foristal has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Foristal as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Foristal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Foristal in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Foristal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Foristal

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Foristal, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Foristal

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Foristal and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown