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Description
If you are switching to budesonide inhalation from any other medication for this condition and suffer an injury, infection, or a severe asthma attack, take a full dose of the oral corticosteroid and call your doctor for more directions.
Consult your health care professional about the risks of taking this medicine for your condition before starting on a course with this medicine.
Wear a medical identification bracelet or chain that mentions the condition you have, and a card that has a list of all medications that you take and the contact information of your health care professional.
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How to use
Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.
Use exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.
Replace the protective cap after every use.
Consult your health care professional about having grapefruit whilst on a course with this medicine, in any form.
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Side Effects
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
coughing
dry mouth
hoarseness
loss of taste
stomach upset
unpleasant taste
unusual swelling
changes in vision
breathing problems
swelling of the face/lips/tongue
allergic reactions(skin rash/itching/hives)
sores/white patches in the mouth or throat
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Drug Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
some vaccinations
grapefruit juice
clarithromycin
erythromycin
ketoconazole
mifepristone
itraconazole
cimetidine
Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
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Over Dose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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Notes
Consult your health care professional on how to clean your inhalation device.
Do not treat yourself with OTC medication whilst on a course with this medication, without consulting with your health care professional.
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Missed Dose
Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.
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Uses
Budesonide is classified as a corticosteroid and helps to treat the symptoms of asthma.
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Other Uses
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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Storage
Store in a cool dry place, away from heat and moisture.
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Precaution
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :
infection(tuberculosis/herpes/fungal infection)
taking oral corticosteroids
liver disease
glaucoma
If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.
If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.