Ingredient

Budesonide Micronized

Budesonide is an inhaled steroid that reduces bronchial inflammation and alleviates asthma symptoms.

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MFDS ingredient code M093821

What does it do?

Budesonide is a component of the inhaled corticosteroid class, primarily used to reduce bronchial inflammation in respiratory diseases such as asthma. It is designed to be pulverized into fine particles that reach deep into the lungs when inhaled.

This component suppresses inflammation within the bronchi, reducing swelling and mucus secretion. As a result, it alleviates the narrowing of the airways and helps to facilitate breathing, thereby controlling asthma symptoms.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Budesonide has the characteristic of very small particles that penetrate deeply into the lungs. This allows it to act more effectively at the site of inflammation compared to other corticosteroids.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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