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Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, Pack of 1 INHALER
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, Pack of 1 INHALER
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, Pack of 1 INHALER
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, Pack of 1 INHALER
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains Budesonide and Formoterol, which work by reducing the swelling and relaxing air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe. Some people may experience side effects such as fungal infection in the mouth, headache, sore throat, hoarse voice, upper respiratory tract infection, flu, cough, back pain, increased heart rate, and trembling. Before starting this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

BUDESONIDE-160MCG + FORMOTEROL-4.5MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

INHALATION

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). It helps prevent and treat difficulty breathing, wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, and chest tightness associated with asthma and COPD.

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi contains Budesonide and Formoterol. Budesonide reduces the swelling of the airways, and Formoterol works by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe.

Some people may experience fungal infection in the mouth, headache, sore throat, hoarse voice, upper respiratory tract infection, flu, cough, back pain, increased heart rate, and trembling. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi if you are allergic to any of its components. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi. Keep your doctor informed about your medications and medical conditions to prevent any potential interactions.

Uses of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is used in the treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi are as follows:

  • Asthma management: Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is widely prescribed for asthma patients to reduce inflammation and prevent asthma attacks. It works by relaxing airway muscles, easing breathing and providing effective relief.
  • COPD treatment: Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is highly effective in managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a progressive lung condition. It helps alleviate symptoms like breathlessness and wheezing, ensuring better respiratory function.
  • Maintenance therapy: It is used as regular maintenance therapy and as needed in response to symptoms.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Hold Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi with the mouthpiece downwards. Put the mouthpiece between your teeth and seal the lips around it. Then, press down on the inhaler once to release the medication. Breathe in slowly and hold your breath for 5 to 10 seconds. Breathe out slowly. Repeat the process until you have inhaled the number of puffs prescribed by the doctor.
  • Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after using Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is a combination inhalation therapy that contains Budesonide (an inhaled corticosteroid) and Formoterol (a long-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist).
  • This combination offers both anti-inflammatory and bronchodilator actions, providing comprehensive control over respiratory conditions such as Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
  • Budesonide reduces airway inflammation, while Formoterol helps to relax the airway muscles, leading to improved airflow and reduced breathlessness.
  • Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is used as a regular maintenance therapy for individuals with asthma where the use of inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting beta-agonists (LABA) is appropriate.
  • It reduces airway inflammation and prevents bronchospasm, thereby minimising the frequency and severity of asthma attacks.
  • Helps maintain long-term asthma control, improves lung function, and enhances quality of life.
  • Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is also indicated for the regular treatment of moderate to severe COPD in patients who experience frequent symptoms and have a history of exacerbation.
  • Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi decreases the rate and severity of COPD exacerbations and maintains day-to-day function.

How Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi Works

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi contains budesonide (corticosteroid) and formoterol (bronchodilator). Budesonide prevents the release of certain chemicals responsible for causing inflammatory reactions. Formoterol fumarate relaxes and widens the respiratory airway muscles, making it easier to breathe. Together, Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi helps treat asthma and COPD.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi

Do not use Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi in more doses or more often than prescribed. Symptoms of overdose include tremor, headache, and tachycardia (fast heartbeat). If you experience any of these symptoms or suspect an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi.
  • Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is not recommended for children below 6 years of age.
  • If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, experience chest tightness in the morning that lasts longer than usual, please consult a doctor immediately, as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment.
  • Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood.
  • Avoid contact with people who have infections or who are sick, as Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi may weaken the immune system, causing infections to be easily contracted.
  • If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), glaucoma, cataracts, osteoporosis (weak bones), fits, immune system problems, chickenpox, measles, thyroid, lung, heart, liver or adrenal gland problems, inform your doctor before using Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Food Interactions

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BUDESONIDE-160MCG+FORMOTEROL-4.5MCGFruit juices, Fruits
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BUDESONIDE-160MCG+FORMOTEROL-4.5MCGFruit juices, Fruits
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi levels in your body can grow due to grapefruit, which will result in more side effects. While using Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, you must stay away from consuming grapefruits and grapefruit juice. In case of any unusual side effects, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice as they may worsen asthma symptoms.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
  • Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of the Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi and irritate the lungs, worsening breathing problems.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Habit Forming

No

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RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

The safety of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Use Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is not recommended for children below 6 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. However, please consult a doctor before giving Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi to children.

Have a query?

FAQs

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Yes, Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi may cause fungal infection in the mouth (oral thrush) as a common side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, brush your teeth or rinse your mouth with water after using Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi every time.

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi should be used with caution in osteoporosis (low bone density resulting in weak and brittle bones) patients, as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis before taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed.

No, you are not recommended to take ketoconazole or other antifungal drugs such as itraconazole, posaconazole and voriconazole with Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi as co-administration of these medicines may increase the absorption of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi into the bloodstream and increase the risk of adverse effects such as high blood pressure, weight gain, depression, muscle weakness, swelling, acne, skin thinning, cataracts, excessive growth of facial or body hair, stretch marks, high blood glucose levels, menstrual irregularities, loss of bone density, easy bruising and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the waist, back, neck and face, neck. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi.

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi as it may cause adverse effects such as a fast heartbeat, trembling or headache. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, please consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to stop taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, please consult your doctor.

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi does not relieve a sudden asthma attack. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.

Throat irritation or pain, oral thrush (fungal infection), respiratory tract infections, low potassium level and sinusitis (sinus inflammation) are some of the common side effects of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, which might occur in some patients.

In rare cases, Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi may cause a low potassium level. So if you experience tiredness, muscle cramps, weakness, abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) and constipation, contact a doctor for advice.

People with heart problems (including high blood pressure, chest pain, fast heartbeat, fits (seizures), thyroid problems, diabetes, immune system problems, weak bones or osteoporosis, eye problems (glaucoma, cataracts) and liver problems should consult a doctor before using Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi.

Yes, Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi is a combination of two drugs: Budesonide (a corticosteroid) and Formoterol (LABA—long-acting beta-agonists or bronchodilators).

No, taking more than the prescribed dose may not be more effective; it may raise the possibility of experiencing severe adverse reactions.

Rinse your mouth with water after each dose to help prevent infection. Do not swallow the water after rinsing.

Before taking the Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all the medications you are using. And inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

You may start to feel better after a couple of weeks. But it can take a month or more to work fully.

It's possible that your immune system is not strong enough to receive a live vaccine while you're taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi. If you need vaccinations, inform the healthcare professional that you're taking Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi.

It depends on your health condition. As directed by your physician, you will need to use it for longer to keep symptoms under control.

The safety of Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler 60 Mdi in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

Store it at room temperature and away from sunlight, excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Please dispose of the inhaler three months after you remove it from the foil overwrap or when the dose indicator reads 0), whichever comes first.

Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. Symptoms include wheezing (a whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough, especially at night.

Country of origin

Sweden

Manufacturer/Marketer address

208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase Iii, New Delhi - 110020
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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Aug 1, 2025 | 6:20 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/021929s013lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/cdi/budesonide-and-formoterol.html

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