Pulmicort Inhaler - Uses and Side Effects

Pulmicort inhaler is a corticosteroid medication that helps to prevent asthma symptoms by reducing inflammation and swelling in the airways. It is often used as a maintenance treatment for asthma.

Pulmicort Inhaler FAQ

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What is Pulmicort flexhaler?

Pulmicort Flexhaler. This form is a dry powder that’s taken as puffs using an inhaler called the Flexhaler. It’s available in two strengths: 90 micrograms (mcg) per puff and 180 mcg per puff. Pulmicort Respules. This form is a liquid that comes inside respules (small plastic containers).

How does Pulmicort work?

These drugs stop certain cells from producing substances that trigger inflammation. When you take Pulmicort by breathing it into your lungs, the drug helps the cells lining your airways to stop making substances that inflame your airways. This reduces the inflammation in your airways, which makes it easier for air to flow in and out of your lungs.

Does Pulmicort work for asthma?

Pulmicort is a prescription medication that’s used to treat asthma in adults and in children. Regular use of Pulmicort can help prevent or reduce your asthma symptoms. It’s important to note that Pulmicort isn’t a rescue inhaler, so it doesn’t work to treat an asthma attack.

Does Pulmicort (budesonide) help with asthma?

If you have asthma, your doctor might suggest Pulmicort (budesonide) as a treatment option. Pulmicort is a prescription medication that’s used to treat asthma in adults and in children. Regular use of Pulmicort can help prevent or reduce your asthma symptoms.

What is Pulmicort used for?

Pulmicort contains budesonide, a corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. 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.

Is Pulmicort a budesonide inhaler?

Pulmicort turbohaler and respules both contain the active ingredient budesonide, which is a type of medicine known as a corticosteroid. Budesonide inhalers are also available without a brand name, ie as the generic medicine. Corticosteroids are hormones that are produced naturally by the adrenal glands.

What is Pulmicort flexhaler used for?

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.

Is Pulmicort a 'preventer inhaler'?

Asthma. Pulmicort turbohaler is a 'preventer inhaler'. It's taken regularly every day to reduce the inflammation in your lungs and help prevent wheezing, shortness of breath and asthma attacks. Pulmicort is prescribed to people who need to use a reliever inhaler like salbutamol more than twice a week to relieve breathing difficulties.