Budecort 400 Rotacap is a medicine that helps prevent asthma symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath. It’s a kind of steroid called a “preventer.” It’s important to know that this medicine won’t stop an asthma attack that has already started, so you also need a quick-relief inhaler, known as a “reliever.”

Your doctor will guide you on how often to use Budecort 400 Rotacap. Taking the lowest effective dose is crucial to control your asthma well. It may take a few days to notice the effects, and it works best when used regularly, even if you feel fine. If you stop taking it, your asthma could get worse. Remember, it’s not meant for sudden asthma attacks. Use your quick-relief inhaler for that. To make sure it works properly, learn the right way to use your inhaler.

Common side effects include throat irritation, difficulty swallowing, and fungal infections in the mouth or throat. If you experience these, talk to your doctor, but don’t stop taking the medicine. Rinsing your mouth or brushing your teeth after using the inhaler can help prevent these side effects. There are rare, serious side effects, so discuss any concerns with your doctor. Avoiding things that trigger your asthma and not smoking can also help.

Before using Budecort 400 Rotacap, inform your doctor if you have tuberculosis, mouth or lung infections, or liver disease. Using it may increase your risk of infections, so steer clear of people with colds and flu. Long-term use might lead to weak bones (osteoporosis) and eye issues (glaucoma or cataracts). Your doctor may recommend tests for bone density and eye pressure. If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor about the safety of using this medicine.

Benefits of Budecort Rotacap

In Asthma, Budecort 400 Rotacap is a combination medication that works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in the lungs. While it doesn’t stop an ongoing asthma attack, it helps prevent symptoms like chest tightness, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. Using this medicine allows you to perform your daily activities more comfortably. It’s important to take it regularly as prescribed, even if you feel fine, as it may take a few weeks for the full effects to show. Abruptly stopping the medication could lead to the return of symptoms.

Side Effects of Budecort Rotacap

Most side effects don’t typically require medical attention and tend to go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re concerned about them.

Common side effects of Budecort include:

• Difficulty in swallowing
• Fungal infection of the mouth
• Fungal infection of the oropharynx (part of the throat)
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Depression
• Joint pain
• Cushing syndrome (a condition associated with prolonged exposure to high levels of cortisol)
• Dyspepsia (indigestion)
• Increased risk of infection
• Muscle pain
• Muscle weakness
• Muscle twitching
• Osteoporosis (weakening of bones)
• Irritability
• Euphoria (intense excitement and happiness)

How to Use Budecort Rotacap

Rotacaps should not be swallowed. Follow the directions on the label before use. Place the capsule at the base of the rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until you hear a click, then breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds. If some powder remains in the rotahaler, repeat the process.

How Budecort Rotacap Works

Budecort 400 Rotacap is a steroid. It works by preventing the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. This action makes breathing easier.

Safety Advice

Alcohol:

• Consult Your Doctor:
  • It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Budecort 400 Rotacap. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:

• Consult Your Doctor:
  • Budecort 400 Rotacap may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding:

• Safe If Prescribed:
  • Budecort 400 Rotacap is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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