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Pulmicort Turbuhaler Information
Pulmicort Turbuhaler is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. This generic medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works directly in the lungs to make breathing easier by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Cheap Pulmicort Turbuhaler must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed.
Pulmicort Turbuhaler Side Effects and Precautions
The side effects of Pulmicort Turbuhaler are liver disease osteoporosis herpes simplex infection of your eyes any type of bacterial, fungal, or viral infection; or a history of tuberculosis. You should not take this budesonide inhalation if you are allergic to budesonide, or if you are having an acute asthma attack.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. This drug can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not give Pulmicort Turbuhaler to a child younger than 6 years old without the advice of a doctor. Long-term use of steroids may lead to bone loss (osteoporosis), especially if you smoke.
Dosage Information For Pulmicort Turbuhaler
Recommended dosage for adults depends on the previous treatments for asthma. If you have previously been using only fast-acting bronchodilators, the usual starting dose is 200 to 400 milligrams twice a day. The maximum long-term dosage is 400 milligrams twice daily. If you have previously been using inhaled steroids, the usual starting dose is 200 to 400 milligrams twice a day (or once daily in the morning or evening if your asthma has been well controlled). The maximum long-term dosage is 800 milligrams twice daily. If you have previously been taking oral steroids, the usual starting dose is 400 to 800 milligrams twice a day. You can buy Pulmicort Turbuhaler 100 mcg, 200 mcg, 400 mcg from North Drug Mart which is a reputed online pharmacy.