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Pulmicort 100mg inhaler is an inhaled steroid used to prevent airway inflammation and relieve the severity and frequency of Asthma attacks and their symptoms such as wheezing and shortness of breath. It can be used as a "preventer" for Asthma patients.
Pulmicort contains Budesonide, a corticosteroid used to treat Asthma. It is not a rapid-relief medicine and can't stop an ongoing Asthma attack.
This medication is Manufactured and marketed by AstraZeneca.
Pulmicort Inhaler relieves Asthma symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breathing difficulty, etc. It is a corticosteroid that helps reduce pain, swelling, and irritation in the affected parts of the lungs and airways. It also reduces the severity and frequency of Asthma attacks.
Budesonide, the active ingredient in Pulmicort Inhaler, is a steroid that restricts the release of specific natural components in the airways, which causes inflammation and swelling. When used regularly and strictly following the recommended dose of this medication daily, it may also work as a "preventer" and heal the symptoms of Asthma.
Pulmicort 100mcg is a travel-friendly size inhaler that can easily be carried anywhere. The direction of uses is as follows:
Note: The medication dosage varies depending on the age of the Asthma patients.
These are some commonly listed substitutes for the Pulmicort 100mg Inhaler:
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Some of the common side effects of Pulmicort 100mg Inhaler are listed as:
Liver Disease
This product has not been found to have adverse effects in patients with liver conditions, so it is safe for use. However, it is still advised to seek medical advice from professionals.
Kidney Impairment
People with kidney problems can use this Inhaler, as Budesonide has no known effects on kidney function. However, it is still advised to seek medical advice from professionals.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women
Limited data on its safety during pregnancy exist. However, it is recommended that this medication not be used or prescribed by a healthcare provider during pregnancy. This Inhaler has no known adverse effects on breastfeeding women.
Age Limitation
As this medication is a Corticosteroid, it may cause growth abnormalities and slow down the growth of children under 18 years of age.
Avoid
Take your doctor's advice before consuming alcohol with Pulmicort 100mcg Inhaler.
Pulmicort 100mcg should be taken as per your doctor's prescribed dose to avoid any side effects. Still, if the patient sees any side effects, it is recommended that you consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, consuming a Pulmicort Inhaler might increase the patient's blood sugar levels as it contains Budesonide, a steroid. Hence, diabetes patients are advised to check their sugar levels regularly while taking this medication.
In very few cases, it has been observed that long-term use of a Pulmicort Inhaler, which contains steroids, might cause skin thinning or bone loss in patients. If the patient has observed any of such side effects, please consult your doctor immediately.
Pulmicort 100mcg helps with coughs caused by or a symptom of Asthma. So, it is recommended that patients not take it for coughs that occur for other reasons.
