Pulmicort Turbuhaler

Pulmicort Turbuhaler

budesonide

Manufacturer:

AstraZeneca

Distributor:

DKSH
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Budesonide
Indications/Uses
Anti-inflammatory & prophylactic treatment of bronchial asthma not adequately controlled on bronchodilators &/or anti-allergic agents alone. Severe asthma.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult Less severe 200-800 mcg daily. More severe 800-1,600 mcg daily. Childn ≥6 yr 200-800 mcg daily. 400 mcg/day can be used once daily.
Special Precautions
Lung TB, fungal & viral infection in airways. Pregnancy.
Adverse Reactions
Mild throat irritation & hoarseness. Candida infection in the oropharynx.
MIMS Class
Antiasthmatic & COPD Preparations
ATC Classification
R03BA02 - budesonide ; Belongs to the class of other inhalants used in the treatment of obstructive airway diseases, glucocorticoids.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Pulmicort turbuhaler 200 mcg/dose
Packing/Price
100 dose x 1's
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