Corticosteroid | Low Risk

beclometasone + formoterol (Fostair)

beclometasone + formoterol risk profile, scheduling, and guidance for claims professionals and care workers . Also known as Fostair, Fostair 200/6.

Source: PBS, TGA Updated April 2026

beclometasone + formoterol (brand names: Fostair, Fostair 200/6) is classified as Low risk (1 risk points) by AllMeds. It is a S4 medication under the TGA in Australia. Inhaled corticosteroid combination with minimal systemic effects and low workplace risk.

Key Takeaways

  • TGA Schedule: S4 in Australia
  • Risk level: Low (1 points)
  • Recommended maximum duration: 90 days
  • PBS listed: Subsidised under the Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme

Scheduling and Classification

Jurisdiction Classification Status
Australia (TGA) S4 PBS listed

Risk Profile

Risk Level Low
Risk Points 1
CNS Depressant No
Respiratory Risk No
Max Duration 90 days

Inhaled corticosteroid combination with minimal systemic effects and low workplace risk.

Regulatory and Compliance Guidance

When beclometasone + formoterol appears on a claimant's medication list, claims professionals should assess whether the prescribing is appropriate for the compensable injury, whether the duration is within guidelines, and whether there are interactions with other medications on the claim.

Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes

Classified as S4 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

Listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for subsidised prescribing.

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Medical Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes for claims professionals and care workers. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for clinical decisions. Drug information is sourced from TGA, FDA, MHRA, PBS, NICE, and CDC databases and may not reflect the latest updates. AllMeds does not replace clinical judgement.