Pulmicort Suspension for Nebulization (Budesonide)

Adult dosage

This drug should be administered using a suitable nebulizer. The dose delivered to the patient is approximately 40~60% of the labeled dose, depending on the nebulizer used. The nebulization time and dose depend on the flow rate, nebulizer chamber, and fill volume. A suitable fill volume for most nebulizers is 2~4 milliliters. 1. Bronchial asthma 1) The dosage regimen when starting inhalation therapy, treating a period of severe asthma, or reducing or discontinuing oral corticosteroids is as follows. (1) Adults; administer 1～2 milligrams (2 vials～4 vials) per dose, 2 times daily 2) The maintenance dose varies by individual and should be the lowest dose possible. The recommended maintenance doses are as follows. 1) Adults; administer 0.5～1 milligram (1 vial～2 vials) per dose, 2 times daily For patients seeking to improve the therapeutic effect, increasing the dose of this drug is generally preferable to combination therapy with oral corticosteroids, as it carries a lower risk of systemic adverse effects. In particular, when there is no mucus secretion in the airways, it is preferable to administer this drug before administering oral corticosteroids.

Children's dosage

(2) Children; administer 0.5～1 milligram (1 vial～2 vials) per dose, 2 times daily 2) Children; administer 0.25～0.5 milligram (½ vial～1 vial) per dose, 2 times daily 2. Acute laryngotracheobronchitis Administer 2 mg per dose once daily to infants and young children.

This medication contains budesonide, which is an inhaled corticosteroid primarily used to reduce inflammation in respiratory diseases such as asthma. Firstly, patients who are allergic to this medication or have hypersensitivity to other components contained in it should not use it. Patients with pulmonary tuberculosis or fungal and viral infections should be particularly cautious when using this medication, and must follow the doctor's instructions closely as infection symptoms may worsen. When switching from oral corticosteroids to this medication, initial use of both medications is recommended, gradually reducing the oral corticosteroid dose as adrenal function slowly recovers. While using this medication, side effects such as sore throat, oral inflammation, dry mouth, cough, hoarseness, and throat inflammation may commonly occur. It is important to rinse the mouth thoroughly with water after inhalation, as there is a risk of oral candidiasis. Rarely, side effects such as laryngitis, headache, taste disturbances, skin rash, and bronchospasms may appear, and if such symptoms occur, it is advisable to consult a doctor. Moreover, inhaling a β2-agonist prior to using this medication can help prevent bronchospasms. Skin irritation may occur when using the nebulizer on the face, so clean the face after use. Blurred vision has also been reported infrequently, and if any vision problems are noted, it is advisable to receive an ophthalmologic examination. This medication is not intended for the immediate relief of acute asthma attacks and should not be used alone in severe cases but rather in conjunction with other treatments. Patients switching from oral steroids to this medication need careful monitoring as the recovery of adrenal function may take time. If an infection is suspected or if bacterial infections exacerbate asthma symptoms, using antibiotics may be beneficial. Do not abruptly discontinue this medication; consult a doctor or pharmacist to adjust the dosage gradually. In cases of infection with varicella or measles, severe complications may arise, so prevention and early treatment of infections are very important. During pregnancy, no significant risk to the fetus is expected, but always discuss the necessity and risks with a doctor. For breastfeeding mothers, minimal amounts of this medication may pass into breast milk, but it is generally considered safe to use when the therapeutic benefits outweigh the risks. In children, growth rates may be slower when using this medication, so the minimum effective dose should be used and growth status should be regularly monitored. Overdose may not often present specific symptoms, but prolonged misuse can lead to side effects such as adrenal suppression, so caution is advised. Lastly, this medication is for inhalation use only and should not be swallowed or injected, and should be discarded if there are precipitates or it cannot be re-suspended during storage.

• sore throat
• stomatitis and glossitis
• dry mouth
• cough
• oral candidiasis
• hoarseness
• laryngitis
• headache
• cranial discomfort
• dysgeusia

This medication may be sensitive to light; therefore, it should be stored in the provided foil pouch. It is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

A uniform white to off-white aerosol suspension filled in a single-use plastic bottle.

Package unit

(2mL×5 bottles)×6/case