Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml
Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml 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 Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml. It is important that you take the lowest dose needed 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 used 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 used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler "reliever". To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it will not work as well.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.
Before taking Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml, you should tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis, any infections in your mouth or lungs, or liver disease. While taking it you may be more at risk of getting infections so stay away from people with colds and flu. If you use Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml for a long time it may cause weak bones (osteoporosis) and damage to your eyes (glaucoma or cataracts). You might need tests for bone density and eye pressure. Ask your doctor whether it’s safe to take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Q. Does Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml help with cough?
Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml helps relieve cough if it is caused due to asthma. In children, it is used 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. Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml helps to reduce this irritation and swelling of the airways.
Q. Is Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml safe?
Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml 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 1mg Respules 2 ml raise blood sugar?
Yes, if you are taking Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml orally, your blood sugar levels may increase. However, with Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml inhalers, an increase in the blood sugar levels is very rare but may increase only if very high doses are taken for a very long time.
Q. Does Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml cause bone loss?
Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml in high doses and for a very long time. Take Budecort 1mg Respules 2 ml as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.
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