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Pulmicort
(budesonide turbuhaler)-
In this factsheet:
- How does Pulmicort work? What will it do for me?
- How should I use Pulmicort?
- What form(s) does Pulmicort come in?
- Who should NOT take Pulmicort?
- What side effects are possible with Pulmicort?
- Are there any other precautions or warnings for Pulmicort?
- What other drugs could interact with Pulmicort?
DIN (Drug Identification Number)
| 00852074 | PULMICORT TURBUHALER 100µG/DOSE |
| 00851752 | PULMICORT TURBUHALER 200µG/DOSE |
| 00851760 | PULMICORT TURBUHALER 400µG/DOSE |
How does Pulmicort work? What will it do for me?
Budesonide is a corticosteroid used for the treatment of asthma. It helps to control the symptoms of asthma and prevent asthma attacks by reducing the swelling in the airways of the lungs. When used regularly, it will reduce the number and severity of asthma attacks. It will not relieve an asthma attack once it has already started. Regular daily use is important for its effectiveness.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
How should I use Pulmicort?
Adults and children over 12 years of age: The usual starting dose ranges from 400 µg to 2,400 µg daily according to individual need, with the amount divided into 2 to 4 equal doses. The usual maintenance dose is 200 µg to 400 µg twice daily. People who need only 400 µg per day can take it once daily in the morning or in the evening. Treatment with this medication should not be discontinued abruptly, but tapered off gradually.
Children 6 to 12 years of age: The usual starting dose ranges from 200 µg to 400 µg daily according to individual need, with the amount divided into 2 equal doses. The usual maintenance dose depends on the individual child.
To ensure the proper dosage and administration of the medication, ask for instruction from your doctor, pharmacist, or other health professional in the use of the medication dispenser.
This medication should not be used for status asthmaticus (severe, unresponsive asthma) or for fast relief of an asthma attack.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones above, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does Pulmicort come in?
Each dry powder inhaler contains 200 doses of 100, 200 and 400 µg of micronized budesonide. Each inhalation from Pulmicort Turbuhaler will provide either 100, 200 or 400 µg of budesonide active substance; no additives or carrier substances are included.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take Pulmicort?
This medication should not be used:
- for status asthmaticus (severe, unresponsive asthma)
- for fast relief of an asthma attack
- by anyone allergic to any components
- by anyone with active or inactive pulmonary tuberculosis
- by anyone with an untreated fungal, bacterial, or viral chest infection
- by children under six years of age
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