Budesonide / Formoterol Inhaler (Generic Symbicort®) is a prescription inhaler used to help control asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It combines two medications: budesonide, a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation in the airways, and formoterol, a long-acting beta agonist (LABA) that helps relax the muscles around the airways to improve breathing. Symbicort is used regularly to prevent symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, and flare-ups but is not intended for sudden asthma attacks. With consistent use, it helps improve lung function and reduces the frequency of exacerbations.
- Symbicort® is a combination inhaler containing budesonide and formoterol.
- Budesonide is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation in the airways.
- Formoterol is a long-acting beta-agonist (LABA) that relaxes airway muscles for easier breathing.
- It is used for maintenance treatment of asthma and COPD.
- Symbicort® is not a rescue inhaler and should not be used for sudden breathing problems.
- Common side effects include throat irritation, hoarseness, headache, and cough.
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Budesonide / Formoterol Inhaler Side Effects
Budesonide / Formoterol Inhaler (Generic Symbicort®) side effects may include throat irritation, hoarseness, coughing, and headache, which are among the most common complaints. Some people may also experience upper respiratory tract infections, nausea, or muscle pain. Because it contains a corticosteroid, there is a risk of developing oral thrush, a yeast infection in the mouth, which can be reduced by rinsing the mouth after each use. Less common side effects include increased heart rate, tremors, nervousness, and elevated blood pressure due to the formoterol component. In rare cases, more serious effects like allergic reactions, eye problems (such as cataracts or glaucoma), or paradoxical bronchospasm (worsening breathing after use) may occur, especially with long-term use.
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