Budesonide inhaler
Brand: Symbicort®, Budelin Novolizer®, DuoResp®, Pulmicort®, Easyhaler Budesonide
Application: Asthma and other respiratory problems
Budosonide spray medication information
Contraindications to the use of budesonide spray
Drug Interaction Spray Budesonide
Tips to consider before taking budesonide
Possible side effects of budesonide spray
How to store budesonide spray
Budosonide spray medication information
Medication Information: Inhalation drugs are the mainstay of treatment for asthma. Budesonide enters the airways directly after breathing. This means that the airways and lungs are affected, while other tissues are protected from the drug.
Budesonide is a preventative inhaler. Budesonide spray is used daily to control asthma symptoms. Steroids such as budesonide work by reducing inflammation in the airways. When the inflammation subsides, the airways become much less blocked and there are no related symptoms such as wheezing.
Budesonide spray is available both individually and in combination to control asthma symptoms. Budesonide is available in combination with Formotrol, these combination medicines are sold under the brand names Symbicort and DuoResp in pharmacies.
Contraindications to the use of budesonide spray
- Pay attention to the expiration date of the medicine and do not take it if the medicine in your hand has expired.
- Never give the medicine to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.
- Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
- Check for drug interactions and be sure to tell your doctor what other medications you are taking.
Drug Interaction Spray Budesonide
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter medicines and herbal products) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Some medications that may interact with budesonide include aldesleukin and mifepristone.
Budesonide spray may interfere with certain laboratory tests (such as skin tests) and cause erroneous results. Tell your doctor or nurse before taking the test that you have taken budesonide.
Tips to consider before taking budesonide
Some medications can not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed. Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking budesonide spray:
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding. This is because asthma symptoms should be carefully monitored during pregnancy and your doctor should advise you on this.
- If you have an eye, mouth or lung infection.
- If you have ever had pulmonary tuberculosis.
- If you are currently taking certain medications. These include all available medicines, whether prescribed or used by your doctor, such as herbal medicines and supplements.
- If you have ever been allergic to any medication.
Possible side effects of budesonide spray
All medications, along with their positive effects, can cause unwanted side effects in the body. However, these complications do not occur in all people. Over time, your body will adjust to the new medicine and these symptoms will go away, but if the following symptoms persist or become painful, consult your doctor.
Typically, less than one in 10 people who use budesonide spray may experience the following symptoms:
- Sore throat, thrush, hoarseness: Tell your doctor about these symptoms. Rinsing your mouth or brushing your teeth after taking medication can help prevent these symptoms.
- Long-term use of steroid inhalers may cause mental health problems and may increase the risk of other diseases such as osteoporosis. Also, children who have been taking these drugs for a long time should be evaluated for physical development. Consult your doctor if you are concerned about any of these symptoms.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be caused by this medicine.
How to store budesonide spray
- Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.