Product introduction
Formonide 200 Capsule pairs two inhaled medicines that work together to keep the airways open and calm inflammation over the long term. Because its job is to prevent flare-ups rather than treat them, it needs to be used regularly and continued even on days when you feel well. It will not ease a sudden breathing attack, so always keep a separate rescue inhaler on hand for emergencies.
Storage: Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Uses of Formonide 200 Capsule
- Long-term management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Prevention and control of asthma symptoms
Benefits of Formonide 200 Capsule
In COPD, this medicine relaxes the muscles around the airways so that chest tightness, wheezing, coughing and breathlessness become easier to manage. For people with asthma, regular use helps stop attacks before they start, including those brought on by exercise or exposure to triggers, letting you stay active with fewer interruptions.
Side effects of Formonide 200 Capsule
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Stomach discomfort
- Cough
- Nasopharyngitis (nose and throat inflammation)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Sinus inflammation
- Fungal infection in the mouth or throat
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Voice changes
- Throat pain
- Back pain
How to use Formonide 200 Capsule
Use this medicine exactly at the dose and for the duration your doctor advises. Rinse your mouth with water after each dose to lower the risk of a throat or mouth fungal infection.
How Formonide 200 Capsule works
The capsule combines two actions. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator that loosens the muscles lining the airways so they widen and air moves more freely. Budesonide is a corticosteroid that lowers inflammation by blocking the chemical signals in the lungs that cause swelling and irritation.
Substitutes for Formonide 200 Capsule
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Be cautious with alcohol while using this medicine and check with your doctor.
Considered highly unsafe in pregnancy as it may seriously harm the developing baby; use only if your doctor decides it is essential.
The medicine may pass into breast milk, so speak to your doctor before using it while nursing.
May reduce alertness or cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, so avoid driving if affected.
No significant interaction is known in kidney disease, but keep your doctor informed.
No significant interaction is known in liver disease, but keep your doctor informed.
Quick tips
- This is a preventer inhaler for daily control, not for sudden attacks — always carry a quick-relief rescue inhaler as well.
- Rinse your mouth with water after every dose to help prevent throat and mouth infections.
- Keep using it regularly even when your breathing feels normal, and do not stop on your own.
- Tell your doctor if your breathing worsens or your rescue inhaler stops giving relief.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is Formonide 200 Capsule used for?
It is used for the long-term control of asthma and COPD, easing symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath and helping prevent future flare-ups.
Can I use it to stop a sudden asthma attack?
No. This is a preventer medicine and does not act quickly enough for sudden breathlessness. Use your separate rescue inhaler for emergencies and keep it with you at all times.
Why should I rinse my mouth after using it?
The steroid component can leave residue in the mouth and throat that may lead to a fungal infection. Rinsing with water after each dose helps prevent this.
Is the steroid in this inhaler the same as body-building steroids?
No. Budesonide is a corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation and is completely different from the anabolic steroids some people misuse for muscle building.
Can I stop using it once I feel better?
No. Stopping suddenly can cause your symptoms to return or worsen. Continue using it as prescribed and talk to your doctor before making any changes.