Budesal Information
Budesal is a prescription drug, available for use as Respules. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma, Ulcerative Colitis, Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Budesal have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Budesal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Budesal have been listed ahead. These side effects of Budesal are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Budesal is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Budesal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Budesal contraindications section.
Besides this, Budesal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Budesal is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Budesal Benefits & Uses
Budesal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Budesal 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.
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Budesal Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Budesal is used -
Severe
- Cough
- Diarrhoea
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Shaking hands or tremor
Moderate
- Nausea or vomiting
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Chest Pain
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Throat Irritation
- Headache
- Dyspepsia
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
- Pharyngitis
- Tremor
Budesal Related Warnings
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Is the use of Budesal safe for pregnant women?
Budesal can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Budesal right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
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Is the use of Budesal safe during breastfeeding?
Budesal may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Budesal, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Budesal.
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What is the effect of Budesal on the Kidneys?
Budesal rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Budesal on the Liver?
Budesal is completely safe for the liver.
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What is the effect of Budesal on the Heart?
Side effects of Budesal rarely affect the heart.
Severe Interaction of Budesal with Other Drugs
Budesal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Budesal Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Budesal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Infections
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Osteoporosis
- Kidney Disease
- Heart Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Thyroid problems
- Diabetes
- Drug Allergy
- Potassium Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Budesal
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Is this Budesal habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Budesal is addictive.
Budesal Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Budesal
Taking Budesal with food is safe.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Budesal
Consuming Budesal with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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