Budesonide and Formoterol Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Budesonide and Formoterol, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Budesonide and Formoterol brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Budesonide and Formoterol Pronunciation : bue-DES-oh-nide- for-MOE-ter-ol FUE-ma-rate ICD Code : Y55.6 Therapeutic Classification : Antiasthmatic agent and Anti-Inflammatory agentBrand Names or Trade Names of Budesonide and Formoterol
Vent FB (200+6) |
Formonide 200 Capsule |
Formonide Resicaps (400+6) |
Vent FB (100+6) |
Vent FB Easecaps (400+6) |
Formonide Resicaps (100+6) |
Vent FB Capsule (200+6)
International :
Symbicort
Why is Budesonide and Formoterol Prescribed? (Indications)
This combination medication contains steroid and bronchodilator, prescribed for asthma in patients 12 years of age and older. Budesonide decreases the irritation and swelling of the lung while formoterol dilates the respiratory tract.When should Budesonide and Formoterol not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with status asthmaticus and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Budesonide and Formoterol?
The recommended starting dose 80/4.5 or 160/4.5, two inhalations twice daily.How should Budesonide and Formoterol be taken?
It comes as an inhaler to inhale by mouth, two inhalations twice daily.What are the warnings and precautions for Budesonide and Formoterol?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease or high blood pressure, epilepsy, diabetes, tuberculosis, electrolyte imbalance, thyroid disorder, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others.
• Avoid vaccination during treatment period.
• Monitor lung function, bone density, blood pressure, and eye exams regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Budesonide and Formoterol?
Most Common - Headache, upper respiratory tract infection, throat pain, inflammation of sinus, back pain, nose block, stomach discomfort, vomiting, mouth infection.Heart - Chest pain, low or high blood pressure, fast heart rate, abnormal heart rhythm, and palpitations.
Eye - Cataract, glaucoma, increased eye pressure.
Gastrointestinal - Fungal infection, nausea.
Metabolic - Increased blood sugar, and decrease in blood potassium.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps.
Central Nervous System- Tremor, dizziness, behavior disturbances, sleep disturbances, nervousness, agitation, depression, restlessness.
Respiratory - Cough, throat irritation.
Skin - Bruising.
