Levosalbutamol+budesonide
About Levosalbutamol+budesonide
Budesonide+levosalbutamol is a combination medication primarily used to prevent or treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), such as shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).
Budesonide+levosalbutamol contains Levosalbutamol and Budesonide, which help open the airways and reduce inflammation. It relaxes the airway muscles and facilitates breathing. It also helps control swelling within the nasal passages, reducing sneezing, nasal congestion, and sinus discomfort. Together, Budesonide+levosalbutamol supports better airway function and symptom relief.
Budesonide+levosalbutamol is for inhalation only. Use Budesonide+levosalbutamol as advised by your doctor. Some people may experience oral fungal infection, headache, sore throat, hoarseness, back pain, rapid heartbeat, muscle cramps, or shaking. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
If you are allergic to lactose, Budesonide+levosalbutamol, or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Budesonide+levosalbutamol. Budesonide+levosalbutamol is not recommended for children below 6 years of age.
Uses of Levosalbutamol+budesonide
Medicinal Benefits
Budesonide+levosalbutamol, when used as prescribed, may provide the following benefits:
For Asthma:
- Helps open the airways, making breathing easier.
- Reduces wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.
- Lowers swelling inside the lungs and improves breathing comfort.
For Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD):
- Helps improve airflow and reduce breathing difficulty.
- Lowers the frequency of flare-ups and chest discomfort.
- Improve lung function and provide breathing comfort.
Directions for Use
- Budesonide+levosalbutamol is for inhalation use only.
- It is recommended to inhale Budesonide+levosalbutamol 2-4 times daily, depending on the severity of your condition, or as advised by your doctor.
- Check the label for instructions before using Budesonide+levosalbutamol.
- Twist off the top of the respule and squeeze the solution into the nebuliser chamber. The solution will be converted into a fine mist for you to inhale through the nebuliser mouthpiece.
- Use the solution immediately after opening; do not store it for later use.
Storage
Side Effects of Levosalbutamol+budesonide
- Fungal infection in the mouth
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Hoarse voice
- Back pain
- Fast heartbeat
- Muscle cramps
- Shaking
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Drug Warnings
- If you are allergic to lactose, Budesonide+levosalbutamol, or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Budesonide+levosalbutamol.
- Budesonide+levosalbutamol is not recommended for children below 6 years of age.
- If wheezing or chest tightness worsens, please consult a physician immediately, as these may indicate that your asthma is not controlled and may require alternative or additional treatment.
- Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended when taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol, as it may cause hypokalemia.
- Avoid contact with people who are infected or ill, as Budesonide+levosalbutamol may weaken the immune system, facilitating the transmission of infections.
- If you have Lapp lactase deficiency, galactose intolerance or glucose-galactose malabsorption, high blood pressure, diabetes, hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood), glaucoma, cataracts, osteoporosis (weak bones), fits, immune system problems, chickenpox, measles, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), tuberculosis, stomach ulcer, eczema, heart or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, as there may be an interaction.
- Hormone-related medicine (Mifepristone)
• Potential effect: May reduce the effect of the Budesonide+levosalbutamol when used together. - Anticancer drugs (Ribociclib, Cladribine)
• Potential effect: May increase absorption into the bloodstream and raise the risk of side effects. - Anti-HIV drugs (Indinavir, Saquinavir, Atazanavir)
• Potential effect: May increase absorption into the bloodstream and increase the risk of side effects. - Antidepressant medicine (Nefazodone)
• Potential effect: May increase absorption into the bloodstream and cause steroid-related side effects. - Immunity-lowering medicines (Infliximab, Teriflunomide)
• Potential effect: May increase the risk of severe infections.
Drug–Food Interaction:
- Grapefruit: Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol, as it may increase side effects and cause serious adverse effects.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any of these conditions.
- Lapp lactase deficiency (inability to digest lactose)
- Glucose-galactose malabsorption (difficulty absorbing sugars in the intestine)
- High blood pressure, diabetes
- Hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood)
- Glaucoma (high pressure in the eye)
- Cataracts (clouding of the eye lens)
- Osteoporosis (weak bones)
- Fits
- Immune system problems
- Chickenpox
- Measles (viral fever with rash)
- Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
- Tuberculosis
- Stomach ulcer
- Eczema (itchy skin condition)
- Heart or liver problems
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of Budesonide+levosalbutamol with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Budesonide+levosalbutamol.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of Budesonide+levosalbutamol in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Budesonide+levosalbutamol is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Driving
cautionBudesonide+levosalbutamol may cause changes in vision, dizziness or shakiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol.
Liver
cautionUse Budesonide+levosalbutamol with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
safe if prescribedIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Budesonide+levosalbutamol in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
cautionBudesonide+levosalbutamol is not recommended for children below 6 years as the safety and effectiveness have not established. However, please consult a doctor before giving Budesonide+levosalbutamol to children.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Diet:
- Eat a balanced diet to support lung health and immunity.
- Avoid trigger foods such as fried items, carbonated drinks, pickled foods, and bottled citrus juices.
- Eat smaller, lighter meals to avoid breathing discomfort
Physical Activity:
- Exercise regularly to strengthen breathing muscles.
- Choose gentle activities like walking or stretching
Stress Management:
- Practice meditation, deep breathing, or relaxation techniques daily.
- Manage stress to lower the risk of breathing flare-ups.
Breathing Habits:
- Learn and follow breathing exercises to improve lung airflow.
- Maintain good posture to support easier breathing.
Smoking and Environment:
- Quit smoking and avoid passive smoke exposure.
- Stay away from dust, strong smells, and air pollution whenever possible.
Special Advise
- You are advised to rinse your mouth with water after each dose of Budesonide+levosalbutamol because it not only removes the taste of medicine inhaled but also helps to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat. After thoroughly rinsing your mouth, you may drink water, milk, or other liquids.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (a whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than 2 times a week and up to 4 nights in a month, whereas, in the case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises, and self-care.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of lung diseases characterised by emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, and wheezing (a whistling sound during breathing).
FAQs
Budesonide+levosalbutamol is used to prevent or treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms, such as shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).
Budesonide+levosalbutamol contains Levosalbutamol and Budesonide. Levosalbutamol works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thus, makes breathing easier. Budesonide works by acting inside cells of nasal lining and stops the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Thereby, provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose and sinus discomfort.
Budesonide+levosalbutamol may cause oral fungal infection as a common side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, brush your teeth or rinse your mouth with water after using Budesonide+levosalbutamol every time.
Budesonide+levosalbutamol should be used with caution in patients with osteoporosis (low bone density resulting in weak, brittle bones), as it may exacerbate the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis before taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol, so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternative medication may be prescribed.
Budesonide+levosalbutamol may cause blurred vision or a cloudy lens in the eye in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol to experience this side effect. However, if you notice any of these signs, please consult a doctor immediately, as they might be signs of glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes) or cataract.
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Budesonide+levosalbutamol as it may cause adverse effects such as irregular heartbeat, fits, light-headedness, nausea, fainting, dry mouth, tremors, chest pain, skin thinning, cataracts, excessive growth of facial hair or acne, easy bruising and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the waist, back, neck and face. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Budesonide+levosalbutamol, please consult a doctor immediately.
No, Budesonide+levosalbutamol does not relieve a sudden asthma attack. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.
The common side effects of Budesonide+levosalbutamol include fungal infection in the mouth, headache, sore throat, hoarse voice, back pain, fast heartbeat, muscle cramps, and shaking. Most of these side effects of Budesonide+levosalbutamol do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Budesonide+levosalbutamol is often prescribed to children, including those around 8 years old, to treat asthma or other respiratory conditions. However, it is not recommended for children under 6 years old. Before giving Budesonide+levosalbutamol to your child, please consult with a doctor, as the dosage may need to be adjusted based on your child's condition.
