FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Zydus Cadila
Active Ingredient Formoterol (6mcg) + Mometasone (100mcg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.9
User Reviews658

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Formost Respicap?
If you miss a dose of FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Answer

FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP Reviews

FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP is used in the treatment of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It relaxes the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.

Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you don't have any symptoms. That means it’s doing its job. If you stop taking it your asthma and COPD may get worse. It should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (reliever). To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it Does not work as well.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, respiratory tract infection, fungal infections in the mouth, dry mouth, headache, hoarseness of voice, sore throat, cough, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, and increased heart rate. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can help prevent some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you're worried about them. In general, you should be trying to avoid situations that make your asthma worse (your triggers) and try not to smoke.

Ask your doctor whether it’s safe to take this medicine if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP Works

FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Mometasone. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Mometasone is a steroid. It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.

How to Use FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

Benefits of FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP

  • In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.

Uses of FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Quick Tips

  • Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing. 
  • FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
  • Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
  • This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
  • Only miniscule amounts of FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your  blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as FORMOST 6MCG/100MCG RESPICAP can lower blood potassium level.
  • It should be taken at the same time each day.

References

  1. Drugs.com. Mometasone and Formoterol.
  2. Mayo Clinic. Mometasone and Formoterol.
  3. Fluticasone propionate/formoterol fumarate dihydrate. Cambridge, UK: Bard Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018.

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