Budecort Inhaler 200 (Budesonide)

What is Budecort Inhaler 200?

Budecort Inhaler 200 is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath).

It is a steroid and is known as a “preventer”. You need to have a fast-acting “reliever” as well because this medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started.

Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use This tablet.

It is important that you take the lowest dose required to effectively control your asthma.

The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks.

This medicine must be use regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you do not have any symptoms.

No symptoms mean that the medicine is doing its job.

If you stop taking it your asthma may get worse.

It should not be use to relieve sudden asthma attacks.

If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler “reliever”. To benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it will not work as well.

The most common side effects are irritation in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and fungal infections in the mouth or throat.

If you get these, do not stop taking them but do talk to your doctor.

You can help prevent these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler.

There are other rare, side effects that can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you are worried about them.

In general, you should be trying to avoid situations that make your asthma worse (your triggers) and try not to smoke.

Benefits of Budecort Inhaler 200

Budecort Inhaler 200 is a combination medicine that works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs.

This medicine does not stop an asthma attack that has already started, but prevents its symptoms, such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing.

This allows you to carry out your daily activities more easily and confidently.

Keep taking it regularly as prescribed even if you do not have any symptoms, as it may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. Stopping it abruptly may bring back the symptoms.

Side effects of Budecort Inhaler 200

• Difficulty in swallowing
• Fungal infection of mouth
• Fungal infection of oropharynx
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Depression
• Joint pain
• Cushing syndrome
• Dyspepsia
• Increased risk of infection
• Muscle pain
• Muscle weakness
• Muscle twitching

How to use Budecort Inhaler 200?

Check the label for directions before use.

Shake the inhaler.

While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds.

Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor .

Afterward, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

How does Budecort Inhaler 200 work?

Budecort Inhaler 200 is a steroid. It prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. This makes breathing easier.

What if you forget to take budecort inhaler?

If you miss a dose of This tablet Inhaler, take it as soon as possible.

However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.

Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s:

Q. Does Budecort 200 Inhaler help with cough?

A. This tablet helps relieve cough if it is caused due to asthma.

In children, it is use to relieve cough which sounds like ‘dog bark’.

This cough is caused due to irritation and swelling of the airways which further makes the airways narrow.

As a result, when your child tries to breathe through the narrow passage, it becomes hard to breathe and causes coughing.

This tablet helps to reduce this irritation and swelling of the airways.

Q. Is Budecort 200 Inhaler safe?

A. This tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose.

Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. Does Budecort 200 Inhaler raise blood sugar?

A. Yes, if you are taking This tablet orally, your blood sugar levels may increase.

However, with Budecort 200 Inhaler inhalers, an increase in blood sugar levels is very rare but may increase only if very high doses are taken for a very long time.

Q. Does Budecort 200 Inhaler cause bone loss?

A. This tablet being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take This tablet in high doses and for a very long time.

Take Budecort 200 Inhaler as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.