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Pulmicort Respules Key Facts
What is Pulmicort Respules?
Pulmicort Respules is the brand name for budesonide and is available as an inhalation suspension.
What dosages is Pulmicort Respules available in?
Pulmicort Respules is available as an inhalation suspension that contains 0.25 mg/2 ml, 0.5 mg/2 ml, or 1 mg/2 ml of budesonide.
What is Pulmicort Respules used for?
Pulmicort Respules is an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) and is used to treat asthma.
How does Pulmicort Respules work?
Pulmicort Respules is an inhaled corticosteroid. It lowers inflammation in your lungs, which controls asthma and prevents asthma attacks.
How do I take Pulmicort Respules?
Pulmicort Respules dosing is based on previous therapy and can range from 0.25 mg once daily to 1 mg once daily. It may also be dose twice daily.
Is it safe for me to take Pulmicort Respules?
Pulmicort Respules is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication to treat sudden asthma attacks or other acute episodes of asthma where intensive measures are required.
Pulmicort Respules Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Pulmicort Respules include:
- Cold
- Stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
- Viral upper respiratory tract infection
- Nausea
- Stomach flu
Pulmicort Respules Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Pulmicort Respules. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following. Call your doctor or go to the ER if you experience status asthmaticus (when asthma attacks follow one another without pause) or other acute episodes of asthma requiring immediate attention.
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Pulmicort Respules
The following medications may interact with Pulmicort Respules:
- Strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir) – Use with caution. May cause increased systemic corticosteroid effects
Who makes Pulmicort Respules?
AstraZeneca
Is Pulmicort Respules safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Pulmicort Respules will harm your unborn baby. Animal studies, however, suggest that excessive use of steroids can cause harm to unborn babies. You should talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medication if you are pregnant.
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