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Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Respules. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma, Ulcerative Colitis. Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules 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 Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules safe for pregnant women?
Pulmicort is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Pulmicort. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules on the Kidneys?
Pulmicort has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules on the Liver?
Side effects of Pulmicort rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules on the Heart?
Pulmicort may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules habit forming or addictive?
Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules
There is no information on the effects of taking Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules
Information about the interaction of Pulmicort 1 Mg Respules and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Pulmicort should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Pulmicort is a brand name of budenoside and it is available in the form of an inhaler, respule, nasal spray, and rotacap. It belongs to the class of drugs known as steroids (corticosteroid). It is a prescription drug which is used to prevent asthmatic attacks as maintenance treatment in asthma.
Yes, Pulmicort help in providing relief from cough, chest tightness and wheezing in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) which is caused by narrowing of the airway s.
No, Pulmicort does not makes you sleepy (drowsiness or sedation). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Take Pulmicort as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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