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Composition :

BUDESONIDE-200MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type :

INHALATION

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Not Returnable

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About Budecort 200 Rotacaps

Budecort 200 Rotacaps belongs to the class of medicines called 'glucocorticosteroids' used to relieve symptoms of asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. 

Budecort 200 Rotacaps contains ‘Budesonide’. It works by blocking the making of certain chemical messengers that are involved in allergic and non-allergic-mediated inflammation. Thereby, Budecort 200 Rotacaps helps treat inflammatory diseases. Budecort 200 Rotacaps decreases inflammation and irritation in the airways and makes breathing easier. Thus, it provides relief from the symptoms of asthma and COPD. 

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, Budecort 200 Rotacaps may cause certain common side effects like indigestion, headache, abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, constipation, gas, vomiting, stuffy nose, tiredness/weakness, and sore throat. These side effects generally do not require medical attention and may fade away with time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience any of the side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor before using Budecort 200 Rotacaps if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Generally, Budecort 200 Rotacaps does not alter your ability to drive, but in some cases, it may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Budecort 200 Rotacaps is recommended for children only with a doctor's advice. The interaction of Budecort 200 Rotacaps with alcohol is unknown, therefore consult a doctor if you have any concerns. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Budecort 200 Rotacaps

Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

Directions for Use

Inhaler/Transhaler: Shake the inhaler well and check the label for directions before using it. Take it daily at the same time to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Press down the inhaler once to release the medicine and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as advised by your doctor. Rotacaps/Transcaps: The capsule should be placed at the base of the rotahaler/transhaler and completely twist the mouthpiece until you hear a click sound. Then, breathe in through the mouthpiece deeply and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Respule/Transpule: Respule/Transpule is a small plastic container that contains a solution. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze the solution into the nebuliser. This solution is made into a fine mist to breathe in. Inhale the medicine through the nebuliser's mouthpiece.Oral inhalation (Powder): Check the label for directions to use. Inhale the powder by mouth using an inhaler.Oral inhalation (Suspension): Take the suspension to inhale by mouth using a jet nebulizer that turns the medication into a mist that can be inhaled. Inhalation Capsule: The capsule is meant for inhalation only; do not swallow the capsule. Check the instructions leaflet before use. Place it at the base of the inhaler and twist the mouthpiece until you hear a click sound. Breathe deeply through the mouthpiece and hold your breath for 10 seconds.

Medicinal Benefits

Budecort 200 Rotacaps eases breathing by reducing swelling and irritation in the airways. It is used to treat various respiratory diseases like allergic rhinitis (allergy that causes itchy, watery eyes and sneezing), COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a lung disease that blocks airflow and causes difficulty breathing), chest tightness, wheezing and coughing caused by asthma.

Storage

Keep Budecort 200 Rotacaps out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Budecort 200 Rotacaps without a doctor's advice if you are allergic to any of the contents or if you have severe liver disease. Inform your doctor if you have/had tuberculosis, infection, high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis, peptic ulcers, glaucoma, cataracts, weak immune system, eczema, kidney or liver problems; if you have been treated with stronger cortisone preparation earlier. Consult your doctor before using Budecort 200 Rotacaps if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Generally, Budecort 200 Rotacaps does not alter your ability to drive, but in some cases, it may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Budecort 200 Rotacaps is recommended for use in children only with a doctor's advice. Consult your doctor if you experience visual disturbances or blurred vision.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice as it may worsen asthma symptoms.
  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items that make your asthma severe.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
  • Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of Budecort 200 Rotacaps and irritate the lungs worsening breathing problems.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- INFLAMMATORY AGENTS

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FAQs

Budecort 200 Rotacaps decreases inflammation and irritation in the airways and makes it easier to breathe. Thus, it provides relief from the symptoms of asthma and COPD. 

Budecort 200 Rotacaps may cause brittle bones, bone loss, and a decrease in bone density if you use it for a long time. Inform your doctor if you have bone problems before starting Budecort 200 Rotacaps .

Maintain a gap of two hours between medicines such as cholestyramine (a drug used to treat high cholesterol), antacids and Budecort 200 Rotacaps as they might increase the effects of Budecort 200 Rotacaps . However, you are advised to use Budecort 200 Rotacaps with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

Grapefruit may alter the effects of Budecort 200 Rotacaps . Therefore, avoid the use of grapefruit and its products whilst using Budecort 200 Rotacaps .

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Budecort 200 Rotacaps for as long as your doctor has advised. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Budecort 200 Rotacaps .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIGOXIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • CIMETIDINE
  • RITONAVIR
  • COBICISTAT

Special Advise

  • Budecort 200 Rotacaps might affect certain test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are using Budecort 200 Rotacaps .
  • If you are due to undergo any surgery or if you need to be vaccinated, inform your doctor that you are using Budecort 200 Rotacaps .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough, especially at night. 

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).

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