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Budesonide Inhaler

Information About Budesonide Inhaler

Uses of Budesonide Inhaler

Inhaled budesonide is commonly used to treat crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis by orally, asthma, nasal polyp and allergic rhinitis through the inhaler

How Budesonide Inhaler Works

Budesonide is a corticosteroid. It works by impeding or controlling inflammation through regulation of the rate of protein synthesis and prohibition of the migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and fibroblasts. It also reduces capillary permeability and stabilizes lysozyme.

Side Effects of Budesonide Inhaler

Mild sore throat, Coughing, Hoarse voice, Oral Thrush (Fungal Infection in the mouth),

Information Updated on : Wed Jul 17 2024 10:48:04 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time)

Budesonide Inhaler Related Warnings

Alcohol Not Advisable

Inhaled Budesonide is is not advise to be used with Alcohol as it may cause dizziness.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Animal studies have shown that Inhaled Budesonide is harmful at high exposures. However, there is no data on the usage of Inhaled Budesonide in pregnancy and its adverse effects or risks to the fetus. It should only be used if the benefits outweigh the risk.

Lactation Limited Data

Although Inhaled Budesonide is excreted in breast milk, however, at therapeutic doses of Inhaled Budesonide has no effects on the suckling child are anticipated. Inhaled Budesonide can be used during breast feeding.

Driving Generally Safe

Inhaled Budesonide usually does not affect the ability to drive.

Kidney Use With Care

Inhaled Budesonide should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment, dose adjustment must be exercised.

Liver Limited Data

It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Higher exposure of cortocosteriod side effect with reduced liver function.

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