Formost 400 Novacart 100Md

Introduction About FORMOST 400 NOVACART

FORMOST 400 NOVACART is a fixed-dose combination of formoterol and mometasone
which belongs to the group of medicines called anti-asthmatics. It is used in
the management of asthma and its symptoms. Asthma is a condition which causes
swelling and narrowing of the airways resulting in breathing difficulty, extra
mucus secretion, breathing difficulty, whistling sound (wheezing) when you
breathe out and shortness of breath.

FORMOST 400 NOVACART is not recommended for patients with acute asthma. FORMOST
400 NOVACART should be used with caution in patients with heart disease, high
blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disorder, epilepsy, urinary retention, and
narrow-angle glaucoma.

GBNKEYWORD should be used with caution in pregnant women. It is not known
whether FORMOST 400 NOVACART passes through breast milk, consult your doctor for
advice. FORMOST 400 NOVACART should be used with caution in children and
adolescence age 5 years and above minimal dose should be given to children aged
5- 11 years.

FORMOST 400 NOVACART should be used with caution in elder patients. The common
side effects of FORMOST 400 NOVACART are allergic reaction, hoarseness of voice,
fast heart rate, headache, nausea, dizziness, cough & dry mouth. Consult your
doctor if any of your side effects get worse.

Uses Of FORMOST 400 NOVACART

• Management and management of asthma and its symptoms

How FORMOST 400 NOVACART Works

FORMOST 400 NOVACART is an anti-asthmatic medicine that works by managing
breathing difficulty. It has two medicines namely formoterol and mometasone.
Formoterol is a bronchodilator which actively produces relaxation to the smooth
muscles in the airway managing tightening of smooth muscles and breathing
difficulty.

The tightening of the airway muscles causes symptoms such as wheezing and
shortness of breath if left unmanageed it can even cause death. Mometasone a
corticosteroid works to reduce inflammation. FORMOST 400 NOVACART thus works
collectively by reducing inflammation and constriction of smooth muscles
relieving symptoms of asthma (wheezing, shortness of breath).

How to use FORMOST 400 NOVACART

Take FORMOST 400 NOVACART as advised by your physician. It is for inhalation use
only. Do not miss any dose of FORMOST 400 NOVACART. Your doctor will decide the
correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and
disease condition. Rinse your mouth with water after using FORMOST 400 NOVACART
to help reduce your chance of fungal infections.

Side Effects Of FORMOST 400 NOVACART

Common

• nausea, headache
• hoarseness of voice, sore throat
• tremor, shakiness
• nervousness, dizziness
• disturbed sleep, muscle cramps
• rounded face, loss of bone density
• fainting, dry mouth
• inflammation of the nose and throat
• inflammation of the sinuses (blocked nose, cold)
• fever

Rare

Stop taking FORMOST 400 NOVACART and contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• oral thrush (a fungal infection affecting the mouth) symptoms include white patches, redness, burning sensation in the mouth, changes in taste
• weakened immune system (immunosuppression) which causes frequent infections such as ear infections, bronchitis, skin infection
• reduced adrenal function (adrenal insufficiency), symptoms include

tiredness, nausea, vomiting, lack of energy, low blood pressure, weakness

• sudden breathing difficulty immediately after inhaling FORMOST 400 NOVACART
• serious allergic reactions such as rash, swelling of your face, mouth, and tongue, hives, breathing problems
• osteoporosis causing bone thinning or weakness
• growth impairment in children and adolescents
• decreased potassium levels (hypokalaemia) symptoms include less oxygen supply to tissues
• eye problems including glaucoma, increased ocular pressure in eyes, cataracts, vision changes
• too much dependence on FORMOST 400 NOVACART will cause chest pain, irregular heart rate, abnormal blood pressure levels, nervousness, dizziness, weakness, seizures, and electrocardiogram (ECG) changes
• increased blood sugar levels symptoms include frequent urination, increased thirst, blurred vision, fatigue, headache

How To Manage Side Effects

![### Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or
machines while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume alcohol, as it can
aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Headache

Take some rest, in a quiet place avoid using user mobile phones and other
electronic devices for a while. Drink enough amount of Water, dehydration may
lead you to develop a headache. If the symptom does not improve, contact your
doctor.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Drink clear or ice-cold drinks. Eat light, bland foods. Avoid fried, greasy, or
sweet foods. Eat slowly and eat smaller, more frequent meals, drink gradually
larger amounts of clear liquids, avoid solid food until the vomiting episode has
passed, and take rest. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Use with CautionGBNKEYWORD should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor
before taking it.

![### Breastfeeding

Consult your doctorIt is not known whether FORMOST 400 NOVACART passes through breast milk. Consult
your doctor before taking FORMOST 400 NOVACART if you wish to breastfeed.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDo not drive or handle heavy machines if you experience side effects like
dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness, or if you have blurred vision while taking
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!### Alcohol

ContraindicatedConsum
NOVACART.

!### Liver

Use with CautionFORMOST 400 NOVACART should be used with caution in patients with liver
diseases.Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take FORMOST 400 NOVACART if you are allergic toformoterol, atropine and
mometasone.

!### Lungs

ContraindicatedFORMOST 400 NOVACART is not recommended for use in acute asthma episodes (asthma
attacks). Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Heart Disease

Use with CautionFORMOST 400 NOVACART should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases
such as coronary insufficiency, cardiac arrhythmias, and high blood pressure
(hypertension). Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Use with CautionFORMOST 400 NOVACART should be used with caution in children and adolescence age
5 years and above. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionFORMOST 400 NOVACART should be used with caution in elder patients. Consult your
doctor before taking it.

Others

Before taking FORMOST 400 NOVACART inform your doctor if you:

• have seizures
• have diabetes
• have thyroid problems
• have eye disorders such as glaucoma and cataracts

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking FORMOST 400 NOVACART, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicine:

• medicines used to manage high blood pressure also known as beta-blockers Ex. propranolol, metoprolol, atenolol including eye drops Ex. timolol
• medicines used to manage fluid accumulation by increasing urine secretion Ex. furosemide, spironolactone
• medicines used to manage depression Ex selegiline, phenelzine, amitriptyline, imipramine
• other medicines used to manage breathing difficulty Ex. theophylline
• medicines used to manage viral infections and medicines enhancing their activity Ex. ritonavir, cobicistat
• medicines used to manage bacterial infection Ex. erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin
• medicines used to manage uneven heartbeat and parkinson’s disease Ex. Disopyramide, procainamide, phenothiazines, quinidine
• terfenadine and astemizole (medicines used to manage allergies)
• medicines used to manage fungal infections Ex. Ketoconazole, itraconazole
• medicines used to manage inflammation Ex. prednisolone, budesonide
• halothane (used as anaesthesia before surgery)
• aspirin (used to manage blood clots)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more of FORMOST 400 NOVACART, consult
your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose
include seizures, chest pain, changes in blood pressure, irregular heartbeats,
nervousness, headache, tremor, dry mouth, palpitations, nausea, dizziness,
fatigue, tiredness, and sleeplessness. Hypokalaemia, cardiac arrest, adrenal
suppression and even death can occur.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Formoterol, Mometasone
Pharmacological Category	:	Bronchodilators
Therapeutic Indication	:	Asthma
Dosage Forms	:	Inhaler

More Information

• Keep FORMOST 400 NOVACART out of reach from children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About FORMOST 400 NOVACART

Q: How and when should I take FORMOST 400 NOVACART?

A: Take FORMOST 400 NOVACART as advised by your physician. It is for inhalation
use only. Do not miss any dose of FORMOST 400 NOVACART. Your doctor will
determine the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body
weight, and disease condition.

Q: Can I take more of FORMOST 400 NOVACART to manage my breathing difficulty
immediately?

A: No, do not take additional doses of FORMOST 400 NOVACART than recommended
because it may cause serious side effects. If you or anyone else accidentally
took more of FORMOST 400 NOVACART, consult your doctor immediately or visit the
nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include seizures, angina, abnormal blood
pressure, an abnormal heartbeat, nervousness, headache, tremor, dry mouth,
palpitation, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, and sleeplessness.
Hypokalaemia, cardiac arrest, and even death can occur.

Q: Can I use FORMOST 400 NOVACART along with my other heart medicines?

A: FORMOST 400 NOVACART should be used with caution in patients with heart
diseases such as coronary insufficiency, cardiac arrhythmias, and high blood
pressure (hypertension). Do not use FORMOST 400 NOVACART without consulting your
doctor. FORMOST 400 NOVACART should not be used along with heart medicines such
as atenolol and propranolol.

Q: Is it safe to use FORMOST 400 NOVACART on my eyes?

A: No, FORMOST 400 NOVACART is not safe for the eyes. When brought into contact
with the eyes, it produces complications such as dilation of the pupil,
increased ocular pressure, glaucoma, and other eye disorders. FORMOST 400
NOVACART is intended for inhalation purposes only and should be used with
caution in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma.

Patients should be informed about the symptoms of acute narrow-angle glaucoma,
such as eye pain, discomfort, blurred vision, coloured images with red eyes, and
corneal oedema. You should consult a physician immediately if any of these signs
or symptoms develop.

Q: long will FORMOST 400 NOVACART take to manage my breathing difficulty?

A: FORMOST 400 NOVACART produces bronchodilation within 5 minutes of inhalation,
which lasts up to a maximum of 12 hours. FORMOST 400 NOVACART works fast in
managing breathing difficulties.