Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler

Short Description

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is a combination of two medicines in one inhaler that relieves long-term symptoms of asthma and COPD, making breathing easier.

Dosage Form

Inhaler

Introduction

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is a combination of two medicines in one inhaler. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and relaxes the muscles in the airways.

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is a combination of two medicines: Formoterol and Budesonide. Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Budesonide is a steroid. It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together they make breathing easier.

It contains two medicines in one inhaler for control of long-term asthma and COPD symptoms. It does not relieve sudden symptoms. Always use a rescue inhaler to treat sudden symptoms. Tell your doctor immediately if your breathing problem worsens or if rescue inhaler does not relieve symptoms. Do not discontinue unless advised by your doctor. Rinse your mouth with water after each use to prevent infections in the mouth and throat. Carry your rescue inhaler wherever you go.