Budamate 200 Transhaler
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120md Transhaler in Box
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Description
Budamate 200 Transhaler is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It combines budesonide, which reduces airway inflammation, and formoterol, which relaxes airway muscles, making breathing easier. This medication is used when other treatments aren't effectively controlling asthma.
Foracort 200 synchro breathe inhaler, Formonide 200 inhaler and Digihaler FB 200 inhaler are some other medications with formoterol and budesonide as active ingredients.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹304.12 |
| You Save | ₹101.38 (25% on MRP) |
| Contains | Formoterol Fumarate(6.0 Mcg)+Budesonide(200.0 Mcg) |
| Uses | Asthma, COPD |
| Side effects | Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting |
| Therapy | DRUGS FOR CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE, ANTI-ASTHMATIC |
Uses
Budamate 200 transhaler is used for the treatment of asthma when the condition is not adequately controlled by other medicines.
It is also used as a maintenance medicine in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ...
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to budesonide, formoterol, or any components of Budamate 200 transhaler.
- If you are suffering from acute breathlessness as seen in a severe attack of asthma or COPD or cases of a collapsed airway.
Side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach discomfort
- Body pain
- Sore throat
- Hoarseness of voice
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I use Budamate 200 transhaler during pregnancy?
A:
- There is limited information about the effects of the Budamate 200 transhaler on human pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe you this medicine after assessing the need and if the benefits to the mother overweigh the risk to the foetus. Your doctor may prescribe you the lowest effective dose of the medicine to control asthma....
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I use Budamate 200 transhaler while breastfeeding?
A:
Component of the Budamate 200 transhaler passes into the breastmilk. This medicine should only be used if prescribed by the doctor after assessing the need and if benefits to the mother are greater than the risk to the child. Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have used Budamate 200 transhaler?
A:
Budamate 200 transhaler may make you dizzy, avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Budamate 200 transhaler?
A:
It is recommended to avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with this medicine, as it may worsen your condition.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have severe liver problems.
- You have diabetes or a lung infection.
- You have problems with your heart like high blood pressure, heart failure, etc.
- Your asthma condition is suddenly worsening.
- You have an overactive thyroid gland.
- You have a low blood potassium level.
- You feel that the treatment is ineffective.
- If you are on any medicines that suppress immunity; there is an increased chance of developing infections. Necessary vaccinations and care should be taken to avoid this.
- Orally inhaled steroidal medicines may cause growth retardation in children. Hence, growth monitoring is recommended.
- Keep taking this medicine as prescribed, even if your symptoms go away. Your doctor will reduce your dose when required.
- Abruptly stopping the medicine can be dangerous and should be strictly avoided.
Directions for Use
- Learn the proper technique of using this inhaler from your doctor, if possible use it in front of them for the first time so that they may check.
- The medicine is packed in the inhaler and you need to puff it through your mouth deep into your airways.
- There is a counter which subtracts 1 after each puff so that you may keep a track of your remaining dose. Never use your inhaler once the counter shows 000, it's time to dispose of and start with a new inhaler....
Storage and disposal
Store below 30°C in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat. Keep it away from children and pets. Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain. ...
Quick Tips
- You can drink water after using Budamate 200 Transhaler but rinse your mouth first to prevent swallowing any medication.
- Do not stop using Budamate 200 Transhaler abruptly without your doctor's advice. This can trigger an asthma attack. Always follow your doctor's instructions for use.
- Keep the inhaler in its original, tightly closed container, as directed on the packaging. Dispose of any unused medication safely and keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
The symptoms of overdose are headache, nausea, vomiting, palpitations, increased heartbeats, increased blood glucose, low potassium levels, and change in the heart's rhythm. Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms or think may have taken too much of this medicine....
Missed a Dose
If you miss any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one....
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Budesonide is a corticosteroid medicine, which on inhalation reduces inflammation in the airways in a dose-dependent manner, thus reduces the chances of worsening asthma.
- Formoterol acts on the muscles in the airway tract. In the presence of inflammation (like in asthma), these muscles lead to constriction of the airway and causing breathlessness.
- Formoterol relaxes these muscles, facilitating the opening of the airway and thus relieving breathlessness.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of Budamate 200 transhaler along with medicines such as Ketoconazole (anti-fungal medicine), Ritonavir (used in HIV infection) and Clarithromycin (antibiotic) should be avoided as it may alter the effects of this medicine....
- Effects of this medicine can be weakened by some medicines used to control blood pressure or treat heart-related illnesses like Propranolol, Atenolol and others belonging to the same class.
- Concomitant treatment with Quinidine, Disopyramide, Procainamide, Phenothiazines, Antihistamines (like Terfenadine), medicines used in psychiatric illness like Isocarboxazid, Doxepin can lead to increased chances of developing disorders related to the heart rhythm....
- You may be at an increased risk of experiencing cardiac side effects when taking L-Dopa (used in Parkinson’s diseases), L-thyroxine (thyroid hormone) along with this medicine.
- Medicines like Procarbazine (anti-cancer) can lead to a rise in blood pressure if used simultaneously with this medicine. It is important to inform your anaesthetist about your asthma medications to avoiding interactions of this medicine with some anaesthetic agents (like Diazepam, Amobarbital)....
- Low potassium levels caused due to this medicine may lead to increased chances of heart disorders if you are taking Digitalis (used for heart failure). Also, water-pills except the potassium-sparing ones lead to lowering of potassium in body and caution is advised if you are taking these along with this medicine....
Interactions with food items
It is safe to take Budamate with food.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD, CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Budamate 200 transhaler a steroid?
A: Budamate 200 transhaler contains two medicines - Formoterol and Budesonide as active ingredients. Formoterol is a bronchodilator that dilates the airway, while budesonide is a steroid.
Q: Is Budamate safe during pregnancy?
A: There is limited information about the safety of Budamate 200 transhaler during pregnancy. However, your doctor may give you this medicine only if it is needed and the advantage over-weighs the risk. You should always consult a doctor before taking any medication during pregnancy.
Q: Is Budamate transhaler a reliever or controller?
A: It can be used both as a controller as well as a reliever medication.
Q: Can I smoke if I have been prescribed Budamate 200 transhaler?
A: No, you should not smoke while taking any medicine for a respiratory condition. Smoking irritates the lungs, leading to harmful effects. In the case of asthma, the patients might experience serious difficulty in breathing. Consult your doctor if it is hard for you to avoid smoking.
Q: When should I take Budamate inhaler?
A: You can use it as per the need in response to symptoms, as told by the doctor. Also, you should use Budamate inhaler regularly for it to work, as a regular maintenance treatment.
Q: Budamate 200 vs Foracort 200, which is better?
A: Both the medicines have the same active ingredients, which is formoterol and budesonide. However, the doctor will prescribe you the appropriate medicine after diagnosis and medical history. It is advisable to take the recommended brand only.
Q: Can I stop taking Budamate 200 transhaler when my symptoms are relieved?
A: No, you should not stop taking Budamate 200 transhaler unless advised by your doctor. Sudden stopping of Budamate 200 transhaler may worsen your condition and lead to serious complications. Take your medicine as advised by your doctor.
Q: Will Budamate 200 transhaler be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?
A: Taking more than the recommended dose of Budamate 200 transhaler will not be more effective. It will increase the side effects rather than provide additional therapeutic benefits. If you think your condition is not improving even after taking this medicine, consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
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Product Details
Brand
BUDAMATE
Address
Lupin Ltd ,Epip ,Sidco Industrial Complex,Kartholi ,Bari ,Brahmana, Jammu ,J & K - 181113, India
Country of Origin
India
Expiry Date
30/03/2027
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