Derinide CFC 200mcg Inhaler

Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila

Salt Composition : Budesonide(200mcg)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free. 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.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Budesonide is a potent topical anti-inflammatory agent. [19] It binds and activates glucocorticoid receptors (GR) in the effector cell (e.g., bronchial) cytoplasm that allows the translocation of this budesonide-GR complex in the bronchi nucleus, which binds to both HDCA2 and CBP (HAT).

Pharmacokinets

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

Difficulty in swallowing

Fungal infection of mouth

Fungal infection of oropharynx

Headache

Abdominal pain

Depression

Joint pain

Cushing syndrome

Dyspepsia

Increased risk of infection

Muscle pain

Muscle weakness

Muscle twitching

Osteoporosis

Irritability

Euphoria (feeling of intense excitement and happiness)


Contra Indications

Budesonide is contraindicated in any patients with a history of hypersensitivity to budesonide or any of the ingredients of the budesonide formulation. The orally inhaled powder formulation of budesonide is contraindicated in patients with severe milk protein allergies

Pregnancy Related Information

Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free 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 not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.


Indications

Budesonide extended release capsules are indicated for the treatment and maintenance of mild to moderate Crohn's disease. Various inhaled budesonide products are indicated for prophylactic therapy in asthma

Interactions

Some products that may interact with this drug are: aldesleukin, mifepristone, drugs that can cause bleeding/bruising 

Typical Dosage

 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 Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free, take 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

Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free ‘dampens down’ inflammation in the lungs to provide long-term (maintenance) treatment of asthma and prevent disease progression.

Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free will not work for an ongoing asthma attack. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.

Take it at the same time every day to prevent asthma attacks.

Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.

Never breathe out into the mouthpiece.

Only minuscule amounts of Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects such or weight gain are unlikely.


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. Does Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free help with cough?

Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free 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. Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free helps to reduce this irritation and swelling of the airways.

Q. Is Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free safe?

Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free 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 Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free raise blood sugar?

Yes, if you are taking Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free orally, your blood sugar levels may increase. However, with Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free 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 Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free cause bone loss?

Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free in high doses and for a very long time. Take Derinide 200 Inhaler CFC Free as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.