Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler)

1. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

2. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) is used for the maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy in adult and pediatric patients. It is also used for patients requiring oral corticosteroid therapy for asthma. Many of those patients may be able to reduce or eliminate their requirement for oral corticosteroids over time. Budecort Inhaler is not indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

3. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Active Ingredient The active ingredient contained in Budecort inhaler is Budesonide. Each actuation delivers 100 mcg or 200 mcg of Budesonide IP. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

4. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Chemical Structure The structure of Budesonide is given below: © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

5. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler is manufactured by by Cipla Limited, India and is available as inhalers of 100 mcg and 200 mcg. (Website: https://www.cipla.com/ https://www.cipla.com/ ) URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

6. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budesonide Inhaler – Brand Names Budesonide Inhaler is available under various drug trade names that include Pulmicort, Budecort, Bubate, Budez Inhaler, Airtec-FB , Combihale-FB and Derinide. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

7. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Uses of Budecort Inhaler Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) is used to help prevent the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. When used regularly every day, inhaled Budesonide decreases the number and severity of asthma attacks. However, it will not relieve an asthma attack that has already started. Budesonide is a corticosteroid or steroid (cortisone-like medicine). It works directly in the lungs to make breathing easier by preventing inflammation (swelling) in the lungs, which makes the asthma attack less severe. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

8. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Uses of Budecort Inhaler Inhaled Budesonide may be used with other asthma medicines such as bronchodilators, which are also used to open up narrowed breathing passages in the lungs. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

9. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler Dosage The dosage of Budecort Inhaler Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) is given below: Adults (including elderly) and Children Over 12 Years: Adults (including elderly) and Children Over 12 Years: 200 mcg to 1,600 mcg daily, in divided doses. 200 micrograms twice daily, in the morning and in the evening. During periods of severe asthma the daily dosage can be increased up to 1600 micrograms. In patients whose asthma is well controlled, the daily dose can be reduced below 400 micrograms but should not go below 200 micrograms. Patients should be maintained on the lowest dose that will effectively control symptoms. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

10. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler Dosage The dosage of Budecort Inhaler Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) is given below: Dosage for Children (2 to 12 years): Dosage for Children (2 to 12 years): 200 mcg to 800 mcg daily, in divided doses. The dose must be reduced to the minimum needed to maintain good asthma control. The patient has to be transferred to once daily dosing at the same equivalent total daily dose; the drug and method of delivery should be considered. The dose must be subsequently be reduced to the minimum required to maintain good asthma control. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

11. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budesonide Inhaler Contraindications Budesonide inhaler is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to Budesonide or any other component of this medication. Budecort Inhaler is contraindicated in the primary treatment of status asthmaticus or other acute episodes of asthma where intensive measures are required. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

12. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Storage Instructions Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) have to be stored at controlled room temperature i.e. from 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) with excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Keep this as well as all other medicines away from children and pets. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

13. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Warnings Localized Infections: Candida albicans infection of the mouth and throat may occur. Monitor patients periodically for signs of adverse effects on the oral cavity. Advise patients to rinse the mouth following inhalation. Deterioration of Disease and Acute Asthma Episodes: Do not use for the relief of acute bronchospasm. Hypersensitivity Reactions: Anaphylaxis, rash, contact dermatitis, urticaria, angioedema, and bronchospasm have been reported with use of Budesonide Inhaler. Discontinue Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) if such reactions occur. Immunosuppression: Potential worsening of infections (e.g., existing tuberculosis, fungal, bacterial, viral, or parasitic infection; or ocular herpes simplex). Use with caution in patients with these infections. More serious or even fatal course of chickenpox or measles can occur in susceptible patients. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

14. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Warnings Transferring Patients from Systemic Corticosteroid Therapy: Risk of impaired adrenal function when transferring from oral steroids. Taper patients slowly from systemic corticosteroids if transferring to Budesonide Inhaler. Hypercorticism and Adrenal Suppression: May occur with very high dosages or at the regular dosage in susceptible individuals. If such changes occur, reduce Budesonide Inhaler slowly. Reduction in Bone Mineral Density with Long-term Administration: Monitor patients with major risk factors for decreased bone mineral content. Effects on Growth: Monitor growth of pediatric patients. Glaucoma and Cataracts: Close monitoring is warranted. Paradoxical Bronchospasm: Discontinue Budesonide Inhaler and institute alternative therapy if paradoxical bronchospasm occurs. Eosinophilic Conditions and Churg-Strauss Syndrome: Be alert to eosinophilic conditions. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

15. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler Side Effects Side effects of Budesonide inhaler (Budecort inhaler) with an incidence rate of 3% or more reported by Patients on Budesonide during US clinical trials are Respiratory infection, Pharyngitis, Sinusitis, Voice alteration, Headache, Flu syndrome, Pain, Back pain, Fever, Oral candidiasis, Dyspepsia, Gastroenteritis and Nausea URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

16. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler Side Effects The following other side effects occurred in these clinical trials using Budesonide inhaler (Budecort inhaler) with an incidence of 1% to 3% and were more common on Budesonide Inhaler than on placebo. Body As A Whole: neck pain Cardiovascular: syncope Digestive: abdominal pain, dry mouth, vomiting Metabolic and Nutritional: weight gain Musculoskeletal: fracture, myalgia Nervous: hypertonia, migraine Platelet, Bleeding and Clotting: ecchymosis Psychiatric: insomnia Resistance Mechanisms: infection Special Senses: taste perversion URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

17. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Overdose Acute overdosage with Budesonide (Budecort inhaler), even in excessive doses is not expected to be a clinical problem. The only harmful effect that follows inhalation of large amounts of the drug over a short period is suppression of the HPA axis function. No special emergency action needs to be taken. Treatment with Budecort inhaler should be continued at the recommended dose to control the asthma. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

18. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler During Pregnancy Budesonide (Budecort inhaler) has been classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category B. The benefits of asthma control outweigh any potential for an adverse pregnancy outcome. Observations from a large prospective epidemiological study and from world-wide post marketing experience show that inhaled Budesonide during pregnancy has no significant adverse effects on the health of the foetus or new born child. Inhaled glucocorticosteroids must be considered in preference to oral glucocorticosteroids because of the lower systemic effects at the doses required to achieve similar pulmonary responses. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

19. Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) Budecort Inhaler Budecort Inhaler (Generic Budesonide Inhaler) by Cipla Limited, India. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-pulmicort-budecort-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )