Budecort Inhaler 100 Mcg

What Is Budecort 100 Inhaler?

Budecort 100 Inhaler is a medicine containing 100mg of Budesonide that helps prevent asthma symptoms, such as wheezing and shortness of breath. It is a steroid and thus also known as a preventer. Do keep in mind, the medicine does not stop the asthma attack that has already started. Therefore, you need a fast-acting reliever as well it.

It is better to consult with the doctor to know the correct dosage as it varies with the patient's severity and it is recommended to take its lowest dose whenever required. You may start to notice its relief effects within few days after taking, but it takes few weeks to reach its maximum effectiveness.

Additionally, this medicine is recommended for regular use for the best results. Not doing so will not help you resolve asthma symptoms properly. In case of a sudden asthma attack, avoid using it and prefer using a quick-relief inhaler.

Irritation in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and fungal infections in the mouth or throat are some of the most common side effects that may occur while using this inhaler. In case you experience it, do not stop taking the inhaler without consulting the doctor. Rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler can help you get over such symptoms. In case the symptoms get worse with time, consult with the doctor. While taking medicine, avoid situations that may worsen your condition.

In case you have had tuberculosis, any infections in your mouth or lungs, or liver disease, do inform the doctor before using the medicine. The risk of getting infection increases with the use of haler, therefore, avoid all risk factors.

What Is The Use Of Budecort 100 Inhaler?

Budecort 100 Inhaler helps in resolving the following symptoms:-

Prevention of Asthma: Budecort 100 Inhaler belongs to a corticosteroid group of medicines that regulate and prevent swelling and inflammation in the lungs. The medicine is known as the ‘preventer’ as it is used only to prevent asthma symptoms, such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing.

The medicine may take few weeks to show its full effect, but do not stop taking the medication until then. Keep taking the inhaler regularly and if you have doubt, consult with the doctor before taking any step. In case of sudden asthma attacks, use a reliever along with this preventer. This can only prevent asthma symptoms.

Who Manufactures Budecort 100 Inhaler?

Cipla Limited is an Indian multinational pharmaceutical that manufactures Budecort 100 Inhaler since 1935. It has a headquarter in Mumbai, India. Cipla primarily develops medicines to treat medical complications, such as respiratory, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, diabetes, weight control, and depression.

The company has been continually working towards ensuring access to high-quality and affordable medicines to help needy patients. It is the reason for the trust of health care professionals and patients across the world for the last 8 decades.

What Is The Strength Of Budecort 100 Inhaler? 

With the term ‘strength’ of medicine, it means the amount of chemical salt present in the inhaler's unit dose. Here, Budecort Inhaler's strength is 100mg that means one shot of this medicine contains 100mg of Budesonide.

The medicine is also available in multiple forms and strengths to be prescribed as per the severity of the patient.

• Budecort 0.5 Respules 2ml
• Budecort 200 Inhaler
• Budecort 1 mg Respules 2 ml
• Budecort 400 Rotacap
• Budecort 200 Rotacap
• Budecort 100 Rotacap
• Budecort 100 Inhaler

What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Budecort 100 Inhaler?

Side effects may occur, but it’s not necessary. It will only happen either due to drug or disease interactions or if you do not follow the instruction(precautions) of the doctor. Here are some of the possible side effects that may occur:-

Common Side Effects

• Headache, dizziness
• Indigestion, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, bloating, gas, constipation
• Feeling tired
• Back pain, joint pain
• Painful urination
• Cold symptoms such as the stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat
• Pain anywhere in your body
• Signs of too much steroid medicine in your blood

Less Common

• Bladder pain
• Bleeding after defecation
• Blistering, crusting, irritation, itching, or reddening of the skin
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Blurred vision
• Burning feeling while urinating
• Changes in vision
• Chest pain
• Cough producing mucus
• Decreased urine
• Diarrhea
• Difficult while breathing
• Pain or difficulty while urinating
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Eye pain
• Fast, irregular, pounding or racing heartbeat or pulse
• Feeling of warmth
• Heartburn
• Increase in body movements
• Increased thirst
• Increased urge to urinate during the night
• Irregular heartbeat
• Lower back or side pain
• Mood changes
• Nervousness

Unknown Incidence

• Bulging soft spot on the head of an infant
• Difficulty with swallowing
• Hives, itching, or skin rash
• Change in the ability to see colors, mostly blue or yellow
• Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids

Which All Medicines React With Budesonide(Budecort 100) Inhaler?

There are a total of 358 known medicines that interact with Budesonide(Budecort 100) Inhaler that are categorized as:-

• 49 major drug interactions
• 287 moderate drug interactions
• 22 minor drug interactions

Here is the list of medicines that frequently interact, such as:-

• Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol)
• Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)
• Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
• Brovana (arformoterol)
• Combivent (albuterol / ipratropium)
• Fish Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids)
• Lasix (furosemide)
• MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350)
• Mucinex (guaifenesin)
• Paracetamol (acetaminophen)
• ProAir HFA (albuterol)
• Singulair (montelukast)
• Spiriva (tiotropium)
• Symbicort (budesonide / formoterol)
• Tylenol (acetaminophen)
• Ventolin HFA (albuterol)
• Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin)
• Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)
• Zyrtec (cetirizine)

Which All Diseases React With Budesonide(Budecort 100) Inhaler?

There are total 7 known diseases that show interaction with Budesonide(Budecort 100) Inhaler, such as:-

• Hepatic impairment
• Hepatic impairment
• Hyperadrenocorticism
• Infections
• Ocular herpes simplex
• Ocular toxicities
• Osteoporosis

How To Take Budecort 100 Inhaler?

Shake the inhaler before use, and while breathing in the air from the mouth, press down the inhaler once to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat this step until you have inhaled the number of puffs suggested by the doctor. After this, you can rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out. This will help you lower the risk of common side effects of the medicine.

Budecort 100 Inhaler is a steroid category of medicine that prevents the cells of the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers responsible for causing inflammation of the airways. This medicine gives relief from asthma symptoms as it widens the airways and makes breathing easier.

What All Precaution Do I Need To Take While Taking Budecort 100 Inhaler?

Here are some of the necessary precautions that should be taken while taking Budecort 100 Inhaler, such as:-

• It is usually recommended to take the lowest dose of the medicine that may vary with the person. Always consult with the doctor about its dose.
• Do not start or stop the medicine on your own without consulting the doctor. It will affect your health.
• Budecort 100 Inhaler is a preventer. The medicine should not be used to cure sudden asthma attacks.
• Do not stop taking medicine if you have any mentioned common side effects. Immediately consult with the doctor, but do not alter the medicine dose.
• Strictly avoid being in those situations/environment that increases the risk of asthma, such as dusty environment, the habit of smoking, etc.
• Make sure you tell your medical history to the doctor, such as if you have tuberculosis, any infections in your mouth or lungs, or liver disease. 
• Avoid getting infected with cold and flu.
• This medicine's long duration can cause weak bones (osteoporosis) and damage to your eyes (glaucoma or cataracts). Therefore, go for a regular checkup for bone density and eye pressure if you are using the medicine for an extended period of time.
• Consult with the doctor about taking the Budecort 100 Inhaler if you are pregnant or planning for it or in a breastfeeding state.
• Inform your doctor and do not take Budecort 100 Inhaler if you are allergic to Budesonide.

What To Do In Case Of An Overdose Of The Medicine?

An overdose of medicine's signs and symptoms include hypertension or hypotension, tachycardia, arrhythmias, nervousness, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, malaise, insomnia, metabolic acidosis, and fatigue. Cardiac arrest and even death may occur with the abuse of Budecort 100 Inhaler. 

Thus, do not think of overdosing on medicine. If you experience any of these, search for immediate medical help. The people of the United States can call the local poison control center at 1800-222-1222.

Storage of Budecort 100 Inhaler

Keep Budecort 100 Inhaler in a closed container at room temperature away from the heat, moisture, sunlight, and children. In case you need any further help, consult your healthcare professional.