Manufacturer: AstraZeneca
Salt Composition : Formoterol(4.5mcg), Budesonide(160mcg)
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.
The most common side effects include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, dizziness, and respiratory tract infection. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can prevent some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you're worried about them.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Budesonide. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Budesonide is a steroid. It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
AUC0–12 for budesonide, glycopyrronium, and formoterol were higher following chronic versus single dosing, with an RAC of 126%, 179%, and 143%, respectively. After 7 days' dosing, AUC0–12 and Cmax for all three components of BGF MDI were similar to those in the KRONOS PK sub-study (202 patients) at Week 24.
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 Symbicort
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach discomfort
Dizziness
Cough
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Upper respiratory tract infection
Sinus inflammation
Fungal infection of oropharynx
Tremors
Palpitations
Voice change
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.
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler.
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol.
Taking budesonide/formoterol with certain eye drops used for glaucoma may decrease how well formoterol works. This can cause bronchospasm (severe airway narrowing) in people with asthma. Examples of these glaucoma drugs include: carteolol.
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.
If you miss a dose of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler, 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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.
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.
Q. What is Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler prescribed for?
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is prescribed to treat symptoms of obstructive airways diseases like asthma and chronic pulmonary obstructive disease. The usual symptoms of obstructive airways diseases like asthma and COPD are wheezing, shortness of breath, breathlessness and chest tightness.
Q. Does Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler contain steroids?
Budesonide, which is a component of foracort, is a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medicines used to treat a range of conditions like asthma. They’re different from anabolic steroids which are used illegally to gain muscle mass.
Q. Will Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 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. When can I drink water after taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler?
There are no restrictions on drinking water after taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler. However, it is better to rinse your mouth before drinking water to avoid ingestion of this medicine.
