Flexhaler: Inhalation Device for Respiratory Conditions

Flexhaler is a type of dry powder inhaler that delivers medication directly to the lungs. It is commonly used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Flexhaler FAQ

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What is Pulmicort flexhaler used for?

Pulmicort Flexhaler is an inhaled corticosteroid medicine. Pulmicort Flexhaler is used for long-term (maintenance) treatment of asthma and to prevent asthma symptoms in adults and children 6 years of age and older. Inhaled corticosteroids help to decrease inflammation in the lungs. Inflammation in the lungs can lead to asthma symptoms.

Can I use Pulmicort flexhaler If I have asthma?

Pulmicort is used to prevent asthma attacks. Pulmicort Flexhaler is for use in adults and children at least 6 years old. Pulmicort Respules are for use in children 12 months to 8 years old. Do not use Pulmicort to treat an asthma attack that has already begun.

What is Pulmicort flexhaler (budesonide)?

Pulmicort Flexhaler (budesonide) is an inhaled corticosteroid. It lowers inflammation in your lungs, which controls asthma and prevents asthma attacks. Are you looking for information on budesonide inhalation solution (Pulmicort Respules) instead? What are the side effects of Pulmicort Flexhaler (budesonide)?

How do I take Pulmicort flexhaler?

However, be sure to take Pulmicort according to your doctor’s or healthcare professional’s instructions. Pulmicort Flexhaler comes as a powder that’s taken in puffs from an inhaler called the Flexhaler. To take Pulmicort Flexhaler, you’ll first twist the base of the inhaler to load the dose.

Where can I find information about pulmicortflexhaler?

You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about PULMICORT FLEXHALER that is written for health professionals. For more information, go to pulmicortflexhaler.com or call 1- 888-994-8116. What are the ingredients in PULMICORT FLEXHALER? Before you use a new PULMICORT FLEXHALER for the first time, you must prime it.

What is a powder flexhaler?

PULMICORT FLEXHALER is an inhalation-driven multi-dose dry powder inhaler containing a formulation of 1 mg per actuation of micronized budesonide and micronized lactose monohydrate which contains trace levels of milk proteins [see Contraindications (4), Adverse Reactions (6.2)].

How many doses does a flexhaler® contain?

The Flexhaler® contains either 60 or 120 doses of medication (brand name is Pulmicort® and generic name is budesonide). It has a dose counter below the mouthpiece which is marked in intervals of “10” (which includes alternating numbers and dashes). The dose counter should be read at the middle of the window.

What is the difference between Pulmicort flexhaler and budesonide?

Pulmicort Flexhaler is a steroid that is used to prevent asthma attacks. Pulmicort Flexhaler is for use in adults and children at least 6 years old. Pulmicort Respules is for use in children 12 months to 8 years old. Budesonide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.