Budesonide helps relieve constant runny nose associated with allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the inside lining of the nose caused by allergens).
This medicine may also be used to treat nasal polyps (small growths on the inside lining of your nose).
Use Budesonide exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not use more or less than instructed by your doctor.
If you are using Budesonide nasal spray for the first time, remove the cap and press the pump a few times until you produce an even spray. If you have not used the spray for 2 or more days, press the pump twice or more to get an even spray before using it.
To use the nasal spray, follow these steps:
- Blow your nose gently to clean your nostrils before using the spray.
- Shake the bottle well.
- Close one nostril with your finger. Hold the pump straight and upright, placing the nozzle tip into the other nostril.
- Spray into the nostril and breathe in gently. Keep your head slightly tilted forward while holding the bottle vertically upright. Do not tilt your head backwards during or after using the spray.
- If more than one dose is required for each nostril, alternate the sprays between nostrils.
- After each use, wipe and cap the nasal spray.
Make sure you know how to use your nasal spray. If you have problems or do not understand the instructions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Avoid any contact of the spray mist with your eyes. Rinse immediately with water if it gets into your eyes. Alert your doctor if you start to have any problems with your eyes.
Do not share your nasal spray with others as it could spread infection.
The dose of this medicine will be decided by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you on the treatment timeframe depending on your condition.
Budesonide must be used regularly for it to be effective. Continue using this medicine even when you feel better. Do not stop using it suddenly as this may worsen your condition.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal dosing schedule.
DO NOT double a dose under any circumstances.
If you often forget to use your medicine, let your doctor and pharmacist know.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- recent nasal ulceration or nose surgery
- nasal injury that has not yet fully healed
- heavy or frequent nose bleeding
- eye problems e.g. glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), cataract (clouding of the lens of the eye)
- infection in the mouth, nose, or eyes
- active or a history of TB (a lung infection known as tuberculosis)
- diabetes
- liver disease
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Be sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist before giving this medicine to a child or the elderly. Children and elderly people may be more sensitive to the side effects.
Avoid exposure to anyone who is infected with chickenpox, shingles, or measles. If you are exposed to these infections, contact your doctor immediately.
If you are going to have certain laboratory tests (e.g. test to detect a problem in the pituitary gland), inform your doctor that you are using Budesonide.
Keep your appointments with your doctor. Your doctor needs to monitor your condition and check your response to the medication regularly.
Your doctor may need to check the height of your children regularly.
Budesonide may cause any of the following side effects: headache, sneezing, nosebleed, throat pain, and dryness, irritation or stinging sensation in the nose.
Some side effects may need immediate medical help. Alert your doctor quickly if you experience any of the following:
- rashes, breathlessness, swelling of the face, eyes, mouth or throat
- eye pain, blurred vision or other changes in eyesight
- fever, chills, sore throat, mouth sores, cough, unusual tiredness or weakness
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience any other side effects.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any of these medicines:
- medicines to treat fungal infection e.g. ketoconazole, itraconazole
- certain antibiotics e.g. erythromycin, clarithromycin
- medicines for HIV infection e.g. ritonavir, indinavir, saquinavir, cobicistat
- ciclosporin (medicine used in organ transplants or certain immune disorders)
This list does not include all medicines that may interact with Budesonide.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements, and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.
Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Protect from light.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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