Buditime 0.5mg/2ml Infusion


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Fibovil Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Budesonide (0.5mg/2ml)
Chemical ClassInhalational Corticosteriods
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassInhalational Corticosteriods
User Rating4.5
User Reviews714

FAQ

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Is Buditime 0.5mg/2ml effective?
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml 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 Buditime 0.5mg/2ml too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Does Buditime 0.5mg/2ml raise blood sugar?
If you are taking Buditime 0.5mg/2ml orally, your blood sugar levels may increase. However, in rare cases, there could be an increase in the blood sugar levels when Buditime 0.5mg/2ml is used as an inhaler and in very high doses for a very long time.
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Does Buditime 0.5mg/2ml weaken the immune system?
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml may weaken the immune system; however, it is more common in people who take Buditime 0.5mg/2ml orally (tablet or capsule).
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What if I forget to take a dose of Buditime 0.5mg/2ml?
If you forget a dose of Buditime 0.5mg/2ml, 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.
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Does Buditime 0.5mg/2ml cause bone loss?
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take Buditime 0.5mg/2ml in high doses and for a very long time. Take Buditime 0.5mg/2ml as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.
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Buditime 0.5mg/2ml Infusion Reviews

Buditime 0.5mg/2ml belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome. It acts locally to reduce inflammation and relieves pain and swelling.

Buditime 0.5mg/2ml can be taken with or without food. To get maximum benefit of the medicine, take it regularly and at the fixed time of each day. Do not discontinue taking the medication without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Buditime 0.5mg/2ml may cause few common side effects such as mood changes or stomach upset. Taking Buditime 0.5mg/2ml can also make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as fever or sore throat.

How Buditime 0.5mg/2ml Infusion Works

Buditime 0.5mg/2ml is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

How to Use Buditime 0.5mg/2ml Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Uses of Buditime 0.5mg/2ml Infusion

  • Asthma
  • Treatment of Ulcerative colitis

Buditime 0.5mg/2ml Infusion Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Buditime 0.5mg/2ml may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buditime 0.5mg/2ml may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Buditime 0.5mg/2ml is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease as the data available in these patients is very limited.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Buditime 0.5mg/2ml.
Driving  SAFE
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buditime 0.5mg/2ml 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.

Quick Tips

  • Only minuscule amounts of Buditime 0.5mg/2ml may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects such or weight gain are unlikely.
  • Never breathe out into the mouthpiece.
  • Buditime 0.5mg/2ml ‘dampens down’ inflammation in the lungs to provide long-term (maintenance) treatment of asthma and prevent disease progression.
  • Buditime 0.5mg/2ml will not work for an ongoing asthma attack. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
  • Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
  • Take it at the same time every day to prevent asthma attacks.

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  2. Mayo Clinic. Budesonide.
  3. Budesonide. San Diego, California: Prometheus Laboratories Inc; 2009.

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