Budesal 0.5mg Respules 5x2ml

Budesal respules is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. These conditions are characterized by difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, and feeling short of breath due to blocked airways and lungs. Budesal respule contains budesonide and levosalbutamol as its active ingredients.

This medication relaxes the smooth muscles of the airways, easing breathing. Budesal respules should not be swallowed orally. It should be inhaled via a nebulizer.

You should always wash, clean, and dry the nebulizer machine every time after taking this medicine. You also should always clean and rinse your mouth after taking this medicine to avoid any fungal infections of the mouth. Common side effects of Budesal respules include hoarseness of voice, sore throat, fungal infection of the mouth, respiratory tract infection, headache, and muscle cramps.

If you experience any of these side effects, do not discontinue the medication; consult your doctor. You may avoid some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using an inhaler. There are other, less common, but potentially significant adverse effects.

If you have any concerns, please discuss them with your doctor. Before starting this medication, make sure to inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems so that your doctor can prescribe the appropriate dosage for you. It's also important to notify your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Dosage

Overdose

• An overdosage of this medicine can cause constriction of the airways, an increase in heartbeats, restlessness, sleep disturbances, chest pain, shaking of hands, nausea, dizziness, and a change in blood pressure.
• If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, immediately consult your doctor and visit a nearby clinic or hospital for further management.

Missed a Dose

If you missed taking a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember it, but do not take double the dose to make up for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Budesal respule budesonide and salbutamol as its active ingredient. Budesonide decreases the inflammation within the airways, thereby reducing the swelling and redness, while salbutamol helps in relaxing smooth muscles of the airway, thus both together provide relief in difficulty in breathing.

Directions for Use

• Use this medicine in the correct dose and for the exact duration as directed by your doctor.
• Budesal respule is for inhalation use only via a suitable device like nebulizer as advised by your doctor.
• For detailed information, read the instructions given along with this medicine carefully before using this medicine.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Budesal respules during pregnancy?

There is limited information regarding the safety of the Budesal respule during pregnancy. Hence, it is important to consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are likely to be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Budesal respules while breastfeeding?

There is limited information related to the safety of the Budesal respule in lactating mothers. Hence, it is advised not to take this medicine if you are breastfeeding your child without your doctor’s advice.

Driving

Can I drive after taking the Budesal respules?

Budesal respules is not known to affect driving ability. So, you can drive after using this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Budesal respules?

It is recommended to avoid alcohol while using the Budesal respules.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any heart-related problems.
• You have thyroid, diabetes, tuberculosis, fungal or viral infections.
• You experience any undesired side effects.
• You are using this medicine for your children, the height of the children should be monitored regularly, and any changes should be informed to your doctor for further management.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to budesonide, levosalbutamol or any other ingredients of the Budesal respule.

Side effects

• Oral fungal infection
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Headache
• Restlessness
• Dizziness
• Change in voice
• Throat irritation
• Burning sensation of the tongue
• Alteration of taste
• Tremors
• Muscle cramps

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• To avoid any possible interactions, tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take.
• In particular, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for brain-related disorders.
• Budesal repsule when used along with airway dilator medicines like ipratropium may cause an increase in eyeball pressure.

Storage and disposal

• Do not store it above 25°C, do not freeze and store in the original packaging to protect from moisture and light.
• Keep it out of the sight and reach of children and pets.
• Do not use this medicine after its expiry date.
• Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I give the Budesal respules to my 8-year old son?

Always consult your doctor before giving the Budesal respules to your children. Do not self-medicate. The physiology of a child varies from an adult, thus you should always take your doctor's advice.

What is the dose of Budesal nebulization?

The dose, duration and frequency of nebulization are decided by your doctor and it varies among individuals depending on many medical factors. Consult your doctor before initiating treatment or changing the dose.