Review the side-effects of Budesonide and Formoterol as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Headache, upper respiratory tract infection, throat pain, inflammation of sinus, back pain, nose block, stomach discomfort, vomiting, mouth infection.
Heart - Chest pain, low or high blood pressure, fast heart rate, abnormal heart rhythm, and palpitations.
Eye - Cataract, glaucoma, increased eye pressure.
Gastrointestinal - Fungal infection, nausea.
Metabolic - Increased blood sugar, and decrease in blood potassium.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps.
Central Nervous System- Tremor, dizziness, behavior disturbances, sleep disturbances, nervousness, agitation, depression, restlessness.
Respiratory - Cough, throat irritation.
Skin - Bruising.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Headache, upper respiratory tract infection, throat pain, inflammation of sinus, back pain, nose block, stomach discomfort, vomiting, mouth infection.
Heart - Chest pain, low or high blood pressure, fast heart rate, abnormal heart rhythm, and palpitations.
Eye - Cataract, glaucoma, increased eye pressure.
Gastrointestinal - Fungal infection, nausea.
Metabolic - Increased blood sugar, and decrease in blood potassium.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps.
Central Nervous System- Tremor, dizziness, behavior disturbances, sleep disturbances, nervousness, agitation, depression, restlessness.
Respiratory - Cough, throat irritation.
Skin - Bruising.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Budesonide and Formoterol
Budesonide and Formoterol(Symbicort) generic contains steroid and bronchodilator, prescribed for asthma in patients 12 years of age and older. Budesonide decreases the irritation and swelling of the lung while formoterol dilates the respiratory tract.Trade Names for Budesonide and Formoterol
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