Budesonide Nasal

Information About Budesonide Nasal

Uses of Budesonide Nasal

Nasal budesonide helps treat common allergic symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing and blocked nose. it is indicated for seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis.

How Budesonide Nasal Works

Budesonide is a corticosteroid which works by reducing swelling in the lungs and prevents inflammation.

Side Effects of Budesonide Nasal

Nasal Discomfort, Sneezing,

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Budesonide Nasal Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction of Budesonide Nasal with alcohol.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Budesonide Nasal may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk due to very little systemic exposure.

Lactation Limited Data

It is not known wether Budesonide Nasal is excreted into human breastmilk or not. Caution should be taken when using Budesonide Nasal.

Driving Generally Safe

Budesonide Nasal should not affect alertness or driving ability.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Budesonide Nasal is not used for internal consumption and the amount absorbed into the circulatory system also is negligible. It is, therefore, safe to be used even in a patient with renal impairment.

Liver Safe If Prescribed

Budesonide Nasal is not used for internal consumption and the amount absorbed into the circulatory system also is negligible to cause any effect , therefore, safe to be used even in a patient with liver impairment.