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Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart

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Introduction of Formost Novocart

Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart 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.

Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart is a combination of two medicines: Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart1 and Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart2.

Uses of Formost Novocart

Benefits of Formost Novocart

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/400mcg Novocart 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.

Side effects of Formost Novocart

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Formost

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Respiratory tract infection
  • Fungal infection of mouth
  • Sore throat
  • Headache
  • Hoarseness of voice
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Cough
  • Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
  • Increased heart rate

How to use Formost Novocart

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart 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/400mcg Novocart is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Formost Novocart

  • Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
  • This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
  • It should be taken at the same time each day.
  • 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. 
  • Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
  • Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your  blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart can lower blood potassium level.
  • Only miniscule amounts of Formost 6mcg/400mcg Novocart may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.
Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora
Pulmonology
It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same
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What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism?
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
U can Google for details
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References

  1. Drugs.com. Mometasone and Formoterol. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Mayo Clinic. Mometasone and Formoterol. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Fluticasone propionate/formoterol fumarate dihydrate. Cambridge, UK: Bard Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India
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