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Pulmicort Flexhaler
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What is Prescribing information?
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Pulmicort Flexhaler Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Treatment of Asthma
PULMICORT FLEXHALER (budesonide inhalation powder) is indicated for the maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy in patients six years of age or older.
Important Limitations of Use:
- PULMICORT FLEXHALER (budesonide inhalation powder) is NOT indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm.
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What is Pulmicort Flexhaler Prescribing Information?
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Pulmicort Flexhaler Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- weakness, tired feeling, nausea, vomiting, feeling like you might pass out;
- wheezing or breathing problems after using this medication;
- worsening respiratory symptoms;
- ear pain with fever;
- vision problems; or
- changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your arms,...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Pulmicort Flexhaler Consumer Information: Uses
Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works directly in the lungs to make breathing easier by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways.
This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed.
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