Pulmicort 1mg Respules 2ml

Introduction About PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES

PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES contains Budesonide which belongs to the group of
medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used to manage asthma. Asthma is a
respiratory disease in which the airways become inflamed, swollen, and narrowed.
It also causes excessive mucous secretion in the airways which makes it
difficult for the air to pass through the airways leading to unpleasant symptoms
like wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest pain or cough.

PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES can also be used to manage croup in infants and in
children. Croup is a respiratory infection that causes barking sound in children
due to blockage in the upper respiratory tract.

Budesonide is a steroid medication. It works on the airways and manages the
cells present in the airways from releasing certain chemicals that causes
inflammation and swelling. As results, it manages asthma attack and improves
breathing.

PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES is for inhalation use only. Do not stop using PULMICORT
1MG RESPULES once your symptoms subside without consulting your doctor. Make
sure to rinse your mouth with water after inhaling the medicine to avoid the
risk of fungal infections in the oral cavity.

Before using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES, inform your doctor if you have any lung
infections, cold or chest infection. You must also inform your doctor if you
have any liver problems. PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used in pregnant women
only if considered necessary by the doctor. It should be used with caution in
children and in the elderly patients.

If you experience sudden episodes of breathlessness, wheezing or chest tightness
while undergoing therapy with PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES, consult your doctor
immediately. Do not stop using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES in the meanwhile.

During management with PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES, your doctor will periodically
monitor your health condition to avoid the risk of side effects. The most common
side effects of using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES are oral thrush (fungal infection
in the mouth), sore throat and hoarseness of voice. Consult your doctor if any
of these side effect worsens.

Uses Of PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES

• Manage asthma
• Manage croup in infants and in young children

How PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES Works

PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES controls asthma and croup, where budesonide works on the
airways and manages the cells present in the airways from releasing certain
chemicals that causes inflammation and swelling. As a result, it reduces airway
inflammation, manages airways from becoming narrow and improves breathing.

How to use PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES

Use PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES only as directed by the physician. It is for
inhalation use only. Place the medicine in a suitable device (nebulizer). Adjust
the device in such a way that the medicine gets converted into a fine mist.
Inhale the fine mist of medicine through the device. Once inhalation is over,
rinse your mouth with water and spit it out or brush your teeth.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose, duration of therapy, and frequency of
doses for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not
stop using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES without consulting your doctor.

Side Effects Of PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES

Common

• sore throat
• cough
• hoarseness of the voice
• oral thrush (fungal infection of the mouth)
• lung infection (pneumonia)

Uncommon

• feeling depressed, restless, or nervous
• shivering and shaking
• Cataracts or blurred vision
• muscle cramps

Rare

• rashes on the face after using the facemask for inhalation
• difficulty in sleeping
• feeling very excited or irritation
• bruising of the skin

Stop using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES and contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• severe allergic reactions (such as difficulty in breathing, wheezing, raised lumps on your skin (weal), skin rashes, itching sensation of the skin, or contact dermatitis (skin problem), swelling of your face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat, tightness of the chest, etc.)
• sudden wheezing
• blurred vision or any other visual disturbances
• increased mucus production, cough or breathing difficulties along with fever or chills

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Skin rash Or Itching

Hot showers should be avoided because it can irritate your skin even more.
Scratching the affected area is not a good idea. Always wear protective
clothing, while going outdoors. Moisturize your skin on a regular basis. Consult
your doctor if the symptom worsens.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Monitoring requiredPULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used in pregnant women only if considered
necessary by your doctor. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant
or think you may be pregnant while using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES.

!### Breastfeeding

Use with CautionPULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.
However, consult your doctor before using it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionPULMICORT 1MG RESPULES is unlikely to impair your ability to drive or operate
any heavy tools or machinery.

!### Liver

Use with CautionPULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used with caution in patients with liver
problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES if you are allergic to Budesonide.

!### Lungs

Use with CautionPULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used with caution in patients with lung
infection, cold or chest infection. Therefore, consult your doctor before using
it.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Use with CautionPULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used with caution in children and adolescents
(below 18 years). It should be used in infants only if prescribed by the
physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionPULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used with caution in elderly patients.
Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES, inform your doctor if you are using any of
the following medicines such as:

• ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to manage fungal infections)
• other steroids (such as prednisolone or dexamethasone) used to manage inflammatory conditions
• ritonavir, cobicistat (used to manage HIV infections)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally inhaled more of PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES,
contact your doctor immediately or go to a hospital immediately if the symptoms
worsen.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Budesonide
Pharmacological Category	:	Corticosteroids
Therapeutic Indication	:	Asthma, Croup
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Capsule, Enema, Respules, Plumules, Smartules, Rotacaps, Resicap, Nasal spray, Inhaler

More Information

• Keep PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES out of reach from children
• Store PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES room temperature

FAQs About PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES

Q: Can PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES be used in children?

A: PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES can be used in children if prescribed by the
physician. It is used to manage croup (a type of infection in the respiratory
tract causing breathing difficulties and barking sounds) in infants and in
children. However, consult your doctor before using. During management with
PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES, your doctor will closely monitor your child growth to
avoid the risk of side effects.

Q: Can PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES cause infection in the mouth?

A: Yes. [GBNKKEYWORD]can causefungal infections of the mouth (oral thrush). To
avoid this, make sure to rinse your mouth with water after inhaling the
medicine. However, if an infection develops, consult your doctor.

Q: Will taking a higher dose of PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES be more effective?

A: Always consume the dose prescribed for you by your physician. Your doctor
will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your
age, body weight and severity of the disease. Do not take a higher dose of
PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES without consulting your doctor as it could lead to
unwanted side effects. It your symptoms are not relieved by the prescribed dose,
consult your doctor so that he might adjust the dose according to your health
condition or can suggest an alternative therapy.

Q: Can PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES cause bone loss?

A: PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES can affect your bones, but it happens very rarely. It
is more common while taken as an oral therapy. Take PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES as
advised by your physician to avoid unwanted bone related side effects.

Q: Can I stop using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES once my symptoms subside?

A: No. Always use PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES as advised by your physician. Continue
to use PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES as long as your doctor prescribes it to you. Do
not stop taking PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES or reduce the dose suddenly without
consulting your doctor as it may make it less effective.

Q: Can PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES cause psychological problems?

A: PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES may cause certain psychological problems such as
nervousness, excitation, mood swings, depression, or restlessness etc. Consult
your doctor immediately when such symptoms occur.

Q: How long should I use PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES?

A: PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES should be used as recommended by your doctor. Your
doctor will decide the dose, duration and frequency of PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES
for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of your disease
condition. Consult your doctor for advice.

Q: What are the common side effects of [GBNKKEYWORD]?

A: The most common side effects of using PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES are oral thrush
(fungal infection in the mouth), sore throat and hoarseness of voice. Consult
your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

Q: How to use [GBNKKEYWORD]?

A: Use PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES only as directed by the physician. It is for
inhalation use only. Place the medicine in a suitable device (nebulizer). Adjust
the device in such a way that the medicine gets converted into a fine mist.
Inhale the fine mist of medicine through the device. Once inhalation is over,
rinse your mouth with water and spit it out or brush your teeth.

Q: How long will it take for PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES to show the results?

A: You may notice an improvement in your condition within 2 days of therapy.
However, it may take up to 4 weeks for the medicine to show its full effect.
Therefore, continue to use PULMICORT 1MG RESPULES for the stipulated duration
mentioned by your doctor, even if your symptoms subside in between.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Absolute Eosinophil Count
• Complete Blood Count