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Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of Somavent Forte Tablet
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet is used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet1, Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet2, and Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet3.
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet1, Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet2, and Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet3.
Uses of Somavent Forte Tablet
Benefits of Somavent Forte Tablet
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. Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. It also loosens mucus and helps you to cough it out. 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 Somavent Forte Tablet
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 Somavent Forte
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Stomach discomfort
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sweating
- Skin rash
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Muscle cramp
- Restlessness
- Increased heart rate
How to use Somavent Forte Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Avoid Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Somavent Forte Tablet
- You have been prescribed Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
- If at any time your breathing gets worse or you notice muscle twitching or weakness, or an irregular heartbeat, please contact your doctor or nurse for advice straightaway.
- Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, or diabetes.
- Tell your doctor about all other medicines you have used in the past 14 days, especially water pills, anti-depressant, or medicines for heart problems.
- Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation and damage to the lungs and will make your condition worse.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Somavent Forte Tablet for?
Asthma
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Somavent Forte 4mg/8mg/200mg Tablet?
Cough
100%
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Name: Somatico Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: Shop No. C 469, M. I. D. C, Thane Belapur Road, Rabale, Navi Mumbai - 400701
Country of origin: India
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