Budecort 400 Rotacap

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Cipla Ltd
Active Ingredient	Budesonide (400mcg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Inhalational Corticosteriods
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
Action Class	Inhalational Corticosteriods
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	769

FAQ

Is Budecort 400 Rotacap effective?

Budecort 400 Rotacap is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Budecort 400 Rotacap too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Does Budecort 400 Rotacap raise blood sugar?

Yes, if you are taking Budecort 400 Rotacap orally, your blood sugar levels may increase. However, with Budecort 400 Rotacap inhalers, an increase in the blood sugar levels is very rare but may increase only if very high doses are taken for a very long time.

Does Budecort 400 Rotacap cause bone loss?

Budecort 400 Rotacap being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take Budecort 400 Rotacap in high doses and for a very long time. Take Budecort 400 Rotacap as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.

Does Budecort 400 Rotacap help with cough?

Budecort 400 Rotacap helps relieve cough if it is caused due to asthma. In children, it is used to relieve cough which sounds like ‘dog bark’. This cough is caused due to irritation and swelling of the airways which further makes the airways narrow. As a result, when your child tries to breathe through the narrow passage, it becomes hard to breathe and causes coughing. Budecort 400 Rotacap helps to reduce this irritation and swelling of the airways.

What if I forget to take a dose of Budecort 400 Rotacap?

If you forget a dose of Budecort 400 Rotacap, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Budecort 400 Rotacap safe?

Budecort 400 Rotacap is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if you forget to take Budecort Rotacap?

If you miss a dose of Budecort 400 Rotacap, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Budecort 400 Rotacap Reviews

Budecort 400 Rotacap is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath). It is a steroid and is known as a "preventer". You need to have a fast-acting “reliever” as well because this medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started.

Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use Budecort 400 Rotacap. It is important that you take the lowest dose needed to effectively control your asthma. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you do not have any symptoms. No symptoms mean that the medicine is doing its job. If you stop taking it your asthma may get worse. It should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler "reliever". To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it will not work as well.

The most common side effects are irritation in the throat, difficulty swallowing, headache, and indigestion. If you get these, do not stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can help prevent these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other rare, side effects that can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you are worried about them. In general, you should be trying to avoid situations that make your asthma worse (your triggers) and try not to smoke.

Before taking Budecort 400 Rotacap, you should tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis, any infections in your mouth or lungs, or liver disease. While taking it you may be more at risk of getting infections so stay away from people with colds and flu. If you use Budecort 400 Rotacap for a long time it may cause weak bones (osteoporosis) and damage to your eyes (glaucoma or cataracts). You might need tests for bone density and eye pressure. Ask your doctor whether it’s safe to take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How Budecort 400 Rotacap Works

Budecort 400 Rotacap is a steroid. It prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. This makes breathing easier.

How to Use Budecort 400 Rotacap

Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until your hear a click and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds. If some powder remains in the rotahaler repeat the process.

Benefits of Budecort 400 Rotacap

In Asthma: Budecort 400 Rotacap is a combination medicine that works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs. This medicine does not stop an asthma attack that has already started, but prevents its symptoms, such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. This allows you to carry out your daily activities more easily and confidently. Keep taking it regularly as prescribed even if you do not have any symptoms, as it may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. Stopping it abruptly may bring back the symptoms.

Uses of Budecort 400 Rotacap

Asthma

Budecort 400 Rotacap Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Budecort 400 Rotacap. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Budecort 400 Rotacap may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Budecort 400 Rotacap is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Quick Tips

Never breathe out into the mouthpiece.
Take it at the same time every day to prevent asthma attacks.
Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
Budecort 400 Rotacap ‘dampens down’ inflammation in the lungs to provide long-term (maintenance) treatment of asthma and prevent disease progression.
Only minuscule amounts of Budecort 400 Rotacap may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects such or weight gain are unlikely.
Budecort 400 Rotacap will not work for an ongoing asthma attack. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.