Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml

MRP
₹ 115.15
PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
YES
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
AXA Parenterals Ltd
QUANTITY
5 respules
SALT COMPOSITION
Budesonide (0.5mg)

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Introduction To Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath). It is a steroid and is known as a "preventer". You need to have a fast-acting “reliever” as well because this medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started.

Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml. 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.

The most common side effects are irritation in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and fungal infections in the mouth or throat. If you get these, do not stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can help prevent these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other rare, side effects that can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you are worried about them. In general, you should be trying to avoid situations that make your asthma worse (your triggers) and try not to smoke.

Before taking Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml, you should tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis, any infections in your mouth or lungs, or liver disease. While taking it you may be more at risk of getting infections so stay away from people with colds and flu. If you use Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml for a long time it may cause weak bones (osteoporosis) and damage to your eyes (glaucoma or cataracts). You might need tests for bone density and eye pressure. Ask your doctor whether it's safe to take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml

  • Asthma

Benefits of Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml

Asthma
Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml is a combination medicine that works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs. This medicine does not stop an asthma attack that has already started, but prevents its symptoms, such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. This allows you to carry out your daily activities more easily and confidently. Keep taking it regularly as prescribed even if you do not have any symptoms, as it may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. Stopping it abruptly may bring back the symptoms.

Side effects of Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml

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 Budeprl

  • 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)

How to use Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.

How Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml works

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml is a steroid. It prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. This widens the airways and makes breathing easier.

Quick tips

  • Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml ‘dampens down’ inflammation in the lungs to provide long-term (maintenance) treatment of asthma and prevent disease progression.

  • Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml 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 Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects such or weight gain are unlikely.

Safety Advice

sdsPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Can I take Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml if I’m pregnant?

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml 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.

sdsBreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml if I’m breastfeeding?

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

sdsAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Is drinking alcohol while taking Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml safe?

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml help with cough?

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml 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. Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml helps to reduce this irritation and swelling of the airways.

Q. Is Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml safe?

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml 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 Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml raise blood sugar?

Yes, if you are taking Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml orally, your blood sugar levels may increase. However, with Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml 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 Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml cause bone loss?

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml in high doses and for a very long time. Take Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.

Q. Is Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml effective?

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. Does Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml weaken the immune system?

Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml may weaken the immune system; however, it is more common in people who take Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml orally (tablet or capsule). Whereas, with Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml inhalation, the immune system weakens only if it is taken in very high doses for a very long time.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml?

If you forget a dose of Budexa 0.5mg Respules 2ml, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

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