Folimost Gel
Product introduction
Folimost Gel is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to relieve pain, discomfort, and inflammation caused by mouth ulcers. It is also used to treat cold sores, denture, and sore spots due to orthodontic devices.
Folimost Gel should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. Apply a thin layer of the medicine on the affected areas with clean and dry hands. You should not use more medicine or apply it more often than prescribed by your doctor. This will not make it work any faster and may increase side effects.
It is usually safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause a burning sensation and irritation at the site of application in some people. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. If they do not get better with time or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
Before using the medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are using or have recently used any other medicines for the same condition or other diseases. To make sure the medicine is safe, pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using the medicine.
Uses of Folimost Gel
Benefits of Folimost Gel
In Treatment of Mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers are small painful sores on inner lips, gums, tongue, roof of the mouth or throat that may interfere with eating, drinking and even talking. Folimost Gel blocks chemicals in our brain that are responsible for pain sensation and inflammation. Therefore it provides relief from pain, discomfort and symptoms of inflammation such as redness or swelling due to mouth ulcers. This makes it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Continue using it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Folimost Gel
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 Folimost
- Burning sensation
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Folimost Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Folimost Gel works
Folimost Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) on the skin.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Folimost Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Folimost Gel should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Folimost Gel is prescribed for the treatment of mouth ulcers.
- Avoid putting dentures or braces back in the mouth for half an hour after applying the gel in your mouth.
- Avoid eating and drinking immediately after applying Folimost Gel.
- Using a clean finger to massage the gel onto the sore area, not more than once every 3 hours.
- Do not smoke while using Folimost Gel as it might cause some side effects.
- Consult your doctor if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7-14 days, or if your symptoms get worse.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Salicylic Acid Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
STOMATOLOGICALS
Action Class
NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Topical)
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Folimost Gel for?
Mouth ulcers
100%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Folimost Gel?
Burning sensa*
100%
*Burning sensation
How do you take Folimost Gel?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Folimost Gel on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Q. How should I use Folimost Gel?
This medicine should be used only inside the mouth. Take a small amount of Folimost Gel over a cotton swab and apply a uniform, thin layer of Folimost Gel over the affected area. Avoid rubbing the area as it may irritate the ulcers.
Q. Is it OK to swallow Folimost Gel?
No, you should not swallow Folimost Gel. Just apply a thin layer of Folimost Gel over the affected area in the mouth with a cotton swab.
Q. How long does it take Folimost Gel to work?
You can see an improvement in your ulcers within 7 days. However, your doctor will decide the exact dose and duration of your treatment depending on your condition. Follow your doctor’s instructions to get the maximum benefit of Folimost Gel. Moreover, if you do not find a considerable improvement within the prescribed duration, consult your doctor. It is important to know if your symptoms have worsened with time then stop the medication immediately and consult your doctor.
Q. Can I wear dentures while using Folimost Gel?
It is advisable not to wear dentures while applying Folimost Gel. You can apply the medicine onto the sore area, and leave at least 30 minutes before reinserting the dentures.
Q. Which foods are bad for mouth ulcers?
Avoid spicy foods, acidic fruit drinks, and very salty foods (such as crisps) which can make the pain and sting worse.
Q. What things to be kept in mind while using Folimost Gel?
Along with using Folimost Gel use a soft toothbrush, avoid eating and drinking immediately after applying for this medicine, avoid putting dentures or braces back in the mouth for half an hour after applying the gel in your mouth and stop smoking completely.
Q. What causes mouth ulcers?
There is no definite cause behind mouth ulcers. Some of the factors include biting the inside of your mouth; food sensitivities to acidic foods like strawberries, oranges, pineapples; lack of essential vitamins, especially B-12, zinc, folate, and iron; dental braces; using a toothbrush with hard bristles and certain medications.
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Name: West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
Address: Meldi Estate, Near Prasang Party, Sayona City, Road, Gota, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382481
Country of origin: India
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