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| Drug Class: What is Budesonide-Formoterol Rotacap and why is it prescribed? |
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| Budesonide–Formoterol is an inhaled corticosteroid medication used to prevent bronchospasm in people with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This combination medication reduces wheezing and trouble breathing caused by asthma or COPD. |
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| Drug Mechanism: How does Budesonide-Formoterol Rotacap work? |
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| These drugs represent two classes of medications (a synthetic corticosteroid and a long-acting, selective beta2-adrenoceptor agonist)
that have different effects on the clinical, physiological, and inflammatory indices of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) asthma.
The medication contains two different drug components: budesonide and formoterol. Formoterol is part of a class of drugs called beta-adrenergic receptor agonists, or beta agonists for short. Beta agonists stimulate beta receptors in the body, including those on the muscles around airways. This stimulation causes the muscles |
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| Dosage: How should you take Budesonide-Formoterol Rotacap? |
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| The dosage of Budesonide–Formoterol prescribed to each patient will vary. Always follow your physician’s instructions and/or the directions on the prescription drug label.
Missed Dose of Budesonide–Formoterol
If your physician has instructed or directed you to use Budesonide–Formoterol medication in a regular schedule and you have missed a dose of this medicine, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the doses unless otherwise directed.
Overdose of Budesonide–Formoterol
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| Possible food and drug interactions when taking Budesonide-Formoterol Rotacap |
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| Usually drug interactions occur when it is taken with another drug or with food. Before you take a medication for a particular ailment, you should inform the health expert about intake of any other medications including non-prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines that may increase the effect of Budesonide–Formoterol, and dietary supplements like vitamins, minerals and herbal, so that the doctor can warn you of any possible drug interactions.
Budesonide–Formoterol can interact with antibiotics, antidepressants, and beta-blockers.
Also, tell your prescriber or health care professional |
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| Special information on Budesonide-Formoterol Rotacap |
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| The health and medical information provided here is intended to supplement and not substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacists or other health care professional. It should not be understood to indicate that the use of Budesonide–Formoterol is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always consult your health care professional before using this, or any other, drug. |
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| Budesonide-Formoterol Rotacap side effects |
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| Like other medicines, Budesonide–Formoterol can cause some side effects. If they do occur, the side effects of Budesonide–Formoterol are most likely to be minor and temporary. However, some may be serious and may require the individual to inform the doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately.
It is pertinent to note that side effects of Budesonide–Formoterol cannot be anticipated. If any side effects of Budesonide–Formoterol develop or change in intensity, the doctor should be informed as soon as possible.
Budesonide–Formoterol can cause side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, |
Drug Class: What is Budesonide-Formoterol Rotacap and why is it prescribed?
