Budecort Rotacaps 200 Mcg

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3619

US Brand Name

Pulmicort Rotacaps

Strength

200mcg

Generic Name

Budesonide

Manufacturer

Cipla Pharma, India

## Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide)

## What Is The Generic Name For Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps:

Budesonide is the generic version for Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps

## Which US Brand is Equivalent To Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

Pulmicort Turbohaler

Pulmicort Turbohaler

## About Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide)

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps contains an active component, Budesonide, which is used in the treatmentof sneezing & runny nose due to allergies . It is used to relieve inflammation in conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and inflammatory bowel disease. Asthma is a chronic disease which causes inflammation & narrowing of the air passage of the lungs (bronchi) obstructing the airflow & making breathing difficult.Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung disorder in which there is trouble in emptying air out of the lungs (airflow obstruction). Due to this hindrance, patients experience difficulty in breathing or get tired easily because of this breathing strain. COPD is a general term used for emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or a combination of both. This medicine is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores & must be taken strictly by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Cipla Ltd is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps.

## Strength :

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps contains an active constituent, Budesonide (200 mcg). It is obtainable in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Asthma

Crohn’s Disease

Ulcerative Colitis

## How Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide) Works:

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps has an active ingredient; Budesonide is a corticosteroid which gets absorbed into the cells of the inner surface of the nose & works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers which cause inflammation (swelling) & allergies. This relieves blocked or runny nose, sneezing & sinus discomfort.

## Before You Use Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Budesonide

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must be learned about your medicinal history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

You should not take Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have kidney problems

Have diabetes

Have decreased bone density

Are pregnant

Have infections

Are breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Rotacaps

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver disease

Have infections

## Dosage :

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps contains an active ingredient, Budesonide, which is used in the treatment of sneezing & runny nose due to allergies. This medicine is available in different substitutes & strengths & has got to be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for adjustment of dosage & time of the medicine because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be best judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide) to Be Used:

As Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps. You must not take the Rotacaps on your own & for longer period than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

Take Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Rotacaps should not be swallowed. You must check the label for directions before use. Now place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Then twist the mouthpiece completely until you hear a click & breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10-12 seconds. If some powder remains in the rotahaler then repeat the same process. You must carry your rescue Rotacaps wherever you go.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

You are always advised to take Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. You must strictly follow all the directions given by your doctor. You must not take the Rotacaps in larger or smaller quantity or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

## Overdose :

You must seek medical emergency treatment and/ or contact your medical doctor instantly in case of any overdose symptoms. Emergency treatment will be initiated immediately by your medical doctor if they observe overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the Rotacaps should be administered as soon as possible. You must strictly skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next planned dosage. It is advised not to double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps (Budesonide):

Fever

Sneezing

Cough

Abdominal pain

Diarrhea

Lower back pain

Shaking of hands or feet

Acid or sour stomach

Indigestion

Change in vision

Dizziness

Pain and swelling of joint

Nasal irritation

Nosebleeds

Bronchospasm

Pharyngitis

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps. These interactions may generate some needless or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always have a conversation with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Clarithromycin

Ketoconazole

Antihypertensives

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Repaglinide

Amphotericin B

Pioglitazone

Aspirin/Acetylsalicylic acid

It can also interact with following disease condition:

Kidney Disease

Liver Disease

Diabetes

You must avoid taking grapefruit juice and echinacea if you are taking this medicine.

## Warning And Precaution:

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney/ Liver disease

You must not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding

You must not drive or operate heavy machinery at the same time as taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness

Always consult with your medical doctor straight away to get best possible treatment if you are observing any of the above mentioned conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps out of reach and sight of the children

This medicine is strictly used with caution for treatment of children and elderly

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps is not recommended for use in pregnancy women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby

You must always check up the information in particular written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

Always consult your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps should be taken as recommended by your doctor. Do not take this prescription for longer period than suggested by the medical doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Budecort 200 Mcg Rotacaps at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Rotacaps is intact & not damaged while purchasing or storing.