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Fumate Benefits & Uses

Fumate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Sarcoidosis
Lichen Planus
Hives
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dermatitis
Blisters
Nasal Polyps

Fumate 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: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fumate Related Warnings

Is the use of Fumate safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Fumate safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Fumate in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Fumate on the Kidneys?

Fumate rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fumate on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Fumate. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Fumate only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fumate on the Heart?

Fumate has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fumate with Other Drugs

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

Severe

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

Moderate

Aspirin

Acetazolamide

Adalimumab

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Pioglitazone,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Atenolol,Chlorthalidone

Fumate Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Glaucoma
Tuberculosis (TB)
Osteoporosis
Infections
Bronchitis
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Fumate

Is this Fumate habit forming or addictive?

Fumate does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Fumate only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Fumate for mental disorders.

No

Fumate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fumate

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Fumate and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fumate

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fumate

Question about 5 years ago

Is Fumate a steroid?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fumate 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, Fumate is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Fumate?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Fumate is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Fumate for hemmorhoids?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Fumate is not indicated for hemorrhoids. Please consult your doctor before using Fumate for conditions other than the recommended ones.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Fumate on a diaper rash?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Fumate 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to apply Fumate?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Fumate 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.