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Budesonide

A steroid preventer inhaler for asthma and COPD.

Clinical information

Common uses

  • asthma (preventer inhaler)
  • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Common side effects

  • oral thrush
  • dry or sore throat
  • hoarse voice

Cautions

  • not a reliever — cannot treat an asthma attack
  • rinse your mouth after use to prevent thrush
  • do not stop suddenly without medical advice
  • high doses long term can affect adrenal glands and bones

Interactions

  • HIV medicines such as ritonavir or cobicistat
  • other steroid medicines (creams, tablets, sprays, drops)
  • antifungal medicines such as itraconazole

Pregnancy: can be used safely — keep your condition well controlled

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: NHS Medicines A–Z, nhs.uk/medicines/budesonide-inhalers (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations14

Brand nameDosage formStrengthImporterCategory
Budenase AQNasal preparations ( Spray )100 mcgauthorized medicine importersPOM
BudenideNasal preparations ( Spray )64 mcgauthorized medicine importersPOM
BudenideNasal preparations ( Spray )64 mcg—POM
Budesma Pressurized InhalationInhalation Aerosol200 mcg/ Actuation 300 metered dosesADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdPOM
BudesonideNasal preparations ( Spray )50 mcg/md—POM
BudesonideNasal preparations ( Spray )50 mcg/md—POM
BudesonideInhaler200 mcg—POM
BudesonideNasal preparations ( Spray )100 mcg/md—POM
BudesonideInhaler200 mcgauthorized medicine importersPOM
BudesonideSterile nebuliser suspension0.25mg/ml (2ml)—POM
BudesonideRespule1 mg—POM
BudesonideNasal preparations ( Spray )200 mcg/md—POM
Budetide 0.5Liquid0.5mg/2ml ( 30g )Meditime Pvt LtdPOM
PulmicortSterile nebuliser suspension0.25 mg/ml (2ml)State Trading Organization PlcPOM
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