Budesonide 400mcg + Fumarate 6mcg

Budesonide 400mcg + Fumarate 6mcg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), two long-term breathing conditions that cause narrowing and inflammation of the airways.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Long-term control of asthma symptoms such as wheezing, breathlessness and chest tightness
• Maintenance treatment of COPD
• Preventing flare-ups (exacerbations) of asthma or COPD

HOW IT WORKS

• Budesonide is a corticosteroid that reduces swelling and inflammation in the airways
• Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles around the airways, keeping them open longer
• Together they help you breathe more easily and reduce the frequency of attacks

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for sudden, severe breathlessness or an acute asthma attack (a fast-acting reliever inhaler is needed for that)
• Not a cure for asthma or COPD, only controls symptoms
• Not meant for other respiratory infections like common cold or plain cough without airway narrowing

How to Use Budesonide 400mcg + Fumarate 6mcg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Use only through the inhaler device prescribed to you, as directed by your doctor
• Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own
• Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after each use to reduce risk of throat irritation and thrush
• Use at the same times every day for best results
• This medicine is for regular, preventive use, not for sudden breathlessness

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the inhaler cap closed when not in use
• Do not puncture, break or burn the canister
• Keep out of reach of children
• Check the expiry date and do not use expired inhalers

Budesonide 400mcg + Fumarate 6mcg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Throat irritation or dryness
• Hoarseness of voice
• Headache
• Mild cough
• Nausea

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Oral thrush (fungal infection in mouth)
• Muscle cramps
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Tremors (shakiness)
• Sleep disturbances

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Sudden worsening of breathlessness or wheezing after using the inhaler
• Chest pain or severe palpitations
• Signs of allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips or throat, or skin rash
• Vision changes or eye pain
• Signs of low potassium such as severe muscle weakness

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Budesonide 400mcg + Fumarate 6mcg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to budesonide, formoterol or any other ingredient in the inhaler
• Are having an acute asthma attack or sudden severe breathlessness
• Have untreated fungal, bacterial or viral infections of the airway

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have tuberculosis or any other chest infection
• Have heart problems, high blood pressure, or irregular heartbeat
• Have diabetes, thyroid problems, or liver disease
• Have glaucoma or cataract
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have osteoporosis or weak bones

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other steroid medicines (tablets, injections or inhalers)
• Beta-blockers used for heart or blood pressure problems
• Diuretics (water pills), as they can affect potassium levels
• Certain antifungal or antibiotic medicines (like ketoconazole, ritonavir)
• Other medicines for irregular heartbeat

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I use this inhaler for sudden breathlessness?

No, this is a maintenance medicine and not meant for immediate relief; keep a fast-acting reliever inhaler for emergencies as advised by your doctor.

How long do I need to use this inhaler?

It is usually needed for a long period to keep symptoms controlled; do not stop without your doctor's advice even if you feel better.

Will this medicine make me gain weight or affect my bones?

• Long-term steroid use can rarely affect bone strength, so your doctor may monitor you periodically, especially with prolonged use.
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