| What is Budesonide?
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Budesonide is an anti-inflammatory steroid nasal spray. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Budesonide?
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Budesonide side effects may include nosebleeds and sore throat.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common Budesonide side effects may include coughing, nasal irritation,
and tightened airway. Rare Budesonide side effects may include loss of the sense of smell, palpitations, perforation of the divider in the nose, stunted growth in children, swollen mouth and throat,
and throat problems. |
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| How is Budesonide taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Budesonide provided by your doctor. Before using
Budesonide, shake the container well and prime the pump by spraying it 8 times. If used daily, the pump does not need to be reprimed. If not used for two
consecutive days, reprime with one spray or until a fine mist appears. If not used for more than 14 days, rinse the applicator and reprime with two sprays or until a fine mist appears. Discard the bottle after 120 sprays, since the amount of drug in each spray will decline substantially after that point. Relief may begin within 10 hours. Most improvement occurs during the first 1 or 2 days, but it may take as long as 2 weeks to achieve the maximum
benefits. If symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks, or the condition grows worse, check with your doctor. Do not use doses that are larger than recommended.
If you miss a dose take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Budesonide with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Budesonide. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Budesonide with cimetidine, clarithromycin, erythromycin, itraconazole, or
ketoconazole. |
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| How should I store Budesonide?
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Store Budesonide at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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