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Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Levosalbutamol, Budesonide
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml

Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml, is a short acting adrenergic receptor against used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – COPD in short and asthma. The medication is also used for constriction of airways, lungs inflammation and other related conditions.

IBudesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml is also helpful in alleviating the associated symptoms like coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing. This works by relaxing smooth muscles in the bronchial tubes and thus helps in shortening or reversing an acute attack of shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing.

Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml, can be used only after informing your doctor about all the medications that you are under currently. You should inform regarding any kind of allergies that you may have, pre-existing diseases, pregnancy, any upcoming surgeries, high blood pressure, since health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug.

This medication has to be taken under the supervision and prescription of a doctor only. Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml, comes in an inhaler format, to be given only to patients above 4 years of age. The medication can be given orally by nebulization, starting from twice to six times a day depending on the condition.

Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml, has some commonly reported side effects like hypokalemia, tremors especially of hands, diarrhoea, tiredness and or an urge to vomit.

    What are the uses of Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml

    What are the contraindications of Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    What are the side effects of Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml ?

    Key highlights of Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consumption of alcohol is found to be unsafe along with this medicine

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      During pregnancy, This medicine is unsafe to use. Despite the risk, benefits from use in pregnant women and there is positive evidence of human fetal risk are noted. Please consult your doctor, If there is any life threatening situations.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution should be used in patients with renal impairment.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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.

    How does this medication work?

    Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml can be defined as a bronchodilator that is useful for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works as a β2 andrenergic receptor that results in increase of cyclic AMP. Increased AMP leads to activation of protein kinase A which again prevents phosphorylation of myosin. All this mechanism leads to relaxation of smooth muscles.

      What are the interactions of Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        • Decreased effect: Beta-blockers (particularly nonselective agents) block the effect of levalbuterol. Digoxin levels may be decreased.
        • Increased effect/toxicity: May add to effects of medications which deplete potassium (eg, loop or thiazide diuretics). Cardiac effects may be potentiated in patients receiving MAOIs, tricyclic antidepressants, sympathomimetics (eg, amphetamine, dobutamine), inhaled anesthetics (eg, enflurane).
      • Interaction with Disease

        • May provoke paradoxical bronchospasm (similar to other bronchodilators).
        • Immediate hypersensitivity reactions have occurred, including angioedema, oropharyngeal edema, urticaria, rash, and anaphylaxis.
        • Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, including coronary artery disease, hypertension and a history of arrhythmias (may increase heart rate, blood pressure or other symptoms, including EKG changes).
        • Do not use doses higher than recommended - fatalities have been associated with excessive use of other sympathomimetics.
        • The need to use bronchodilators more frequently than usual should prompt an evaluation of the need for additional anti-inflammatory medication.
        • Additional anti-inflammatory medication (such as corticosteroids) may be required to control asthma. Use with caution in diabetic patients and in patients with hypokalemia.
        • Use with caution during labor and delivery.
        • Safety and efficacy in patients <12 years of age not established.

      FAQs about Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml

      • Ques : What is Budesal 0 5mg respules 2ml?

        Ans : Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml, is a short acting adrenergic receptor against used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – COPD in short and asthma. The medication is also used for constriction of airways, lungs inflammation and other related conditions. It contains Budesonide and Salbutamol as active ingredients. Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2ml works by relaxing the muscles in the walls of the small airways in the lungs; suppressing of endogenous cortisol concentrations.

      • Ques : What is the use of Budesal 0 5mg respules 2ml?

        Ans : Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2m is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like respiratory disease, asthma, lung disorder, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and copd. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like chronic respiratory disease, and mild to moderate crohn’s disease. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2m to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Budesal 0 5mg respules 2ml?

        Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2m. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects have been observed and not necessarily occur. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These include dizziness, headache, cough, tightness in the chest, and hoarseness. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to hyperactivity in children, shortness of breath, and difficulty in breathing. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Budesal 0 5mg respules 2ml ?

        Ans : Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2m should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of Budesal 0.5mg Respules 2m. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use budesal 0 5mg respules 2ml before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 to 3 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to use this medication.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use budesal 0 5mg respules 2ml?

        Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

      • Ques : Should I use budesal 0 5mg respules 2ml empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This medication is common to be taken orally and the action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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