Budetrol Forte Inhaler

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. 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 don't have any symptoms. That means it’s doing its job. If you stop taking it your symptoms may get worse. This medicine should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your rescue inhaler. To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it does not work as well.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Budetrol Forte Inhaler is a combination of two medicines in one inhaler. It relieves the long-term symptoms of asthma and COPD, making breathing easier. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and relaxes the muscles in the airways.

Pharmacokinets

Formoterol is an inhaled beta2-agonist used in the management of COPD and asthma that was first approved for use in the United States in 2001. It acts on bronchial smooth muscle to dilate and relax airways, and is administered as a racemic mixture of its active (R;R)- and inactive (S;S)-enantiomers.Budesonide is a locally-acting glucocorticosteroid with an extensive, primarily hepatic, metabolism after oral administration. It is rapidly absorbed and biotransformed by cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A to metabolites with negligible glucocorticoid activity.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Budetrol Forte

Cough

Fungal infection of mouth

Headache

Hoarseness of voice

Increased heart rate

Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain

Nausea

Respiratory tract infection

Sore throat

Vomiting

Contra Indications

active tuberculosis.

chickenpox.

an infection due to a fungus.

an infection due to a parasite.

pheochromocytoma.

thyrotoxicosis.

diabetes.

insufficiency of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland.

Pregnancy Related Information

Budetrol Forte Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Budetrol Forte Inhaler.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Budetrol Forte Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.


Children Related Information

Use with caution Below 9years: Contraindicated

Indications

Formoterol AND Budesonide is indicated for the maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema, and to reduce COPD exacerbations.

Interactions

BUDESONIDE+FORMOTEROL may interact with bronchodilators (albuterol), steroids (prednisone), water pills (furosemide), pain killers (aspirin), antibiotic (azithromycin), antidepressant (duloxetine), heart-related medicines (metoprolol), antifungals (itraconazole, voriconazole, posaconazole, ketoconazole), HIV/AIDS drugs (ritonavir).

Typical Dosage

While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Budetrol Forte Inhaler, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

It contains two medicines in one inhaler for control of long term asthma and COPD symptoms.

It does not relieve sudden symptoms. Always use a rescue inhaler to treat sudden symptoms.

Tell your doctor immediately if your breathing problem worsens, or if rescue inhaler does not relieve symptoms.

Do not discontinue unless advised by your doctor.

Rinse your mouth with water after each use to prevent infections in the mouth and throat.

Carry your rescue inhaler wherever you go.

How To Use

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.


FAQs

Q. What is Budetrol Forte Inhaler prescribed for?

Budetrol Forte Inhaler is prescribed to treat Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Asthma. The symptoms may include wheezing, shortness of breath, and breathing difficulties.

Q. Can I stop taking Budetrol Forte Inhaler when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Budetrol Forte Inhaler. If you stop taking Budetrol Forte Inhaler, your symptoms may come back and may lead to serious complications. Take your medicine as advised by your doctor.

Q. Will Budetrol Forte Inhaler be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are not getting relieved by the recommended doses, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Budetrol Forte Inhaler?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Q. When can I drink water after taking Budetrol Forte Inhaler?

There are no restrictions on drinking water after taking Budetrol Forte Inhaler. However, it is better to rinse your mouth before drinking water to avoid ingestion of this medicine.