Budetrol Information

Budetrol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Inhaler, Capsule, Rotacaps. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma. Other than this, Budetrol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Budetrol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Budetrol are Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Budetrol have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Budetrol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Budetrol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Budetrol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Budetrol contraindications section.

Besides this, Budetrol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Budetrol is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Budetrol Benefits & Uses
Budetrol Dosage & How to Take
Budetrol Side Effects
Budetrol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Budetrol with Other Drugs
Budetrol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Budetrol
Budetrol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Budetrol Benefits & Uses

Budetrol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Budetrol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 80 mcg budesonide and 4.5 mcg formoterol in one puff, above 6 years old can take
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mcg budesonide and 6 mcg formoterol in one puff

Budetrol Related Warnings

Is the use of Budetrol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Budetrol. It is best to stop taking Budetrol immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Budetrol safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Budetrol. If you see any side effects, stop taking Budetrol immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Budetrol again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Budetrol on the Kidneys?

Using Budetrol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Budetrol on the Liver?

Budetrol is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Budetrol on the Heart?

Budetrol is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Budetrol with Other Drugs

Budetrol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Atenolol

Propranolol

Hydrochlorothiazide

Quinidine

Prednisolone

Ritonavir

Ketoconazole

Levodopa

Amitriptyline

Theophylline

Budetrol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Budetrol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pneumonia
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Budetrol

Is this Budetrol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Budetrol is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Budetrol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Budetrol should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Budetrol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Budetrol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Budetrol

Taking Budetrol with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Budetrol

Consumption of alcohol and Budetrol together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Budetrol 400 Rotacap