Budenase AQ 100 mcg

What Is Budenase Aq?

Budenase Aq is a nasal spray containing 100mcg of Budesonide that helps resolve symptoms associated with seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis(runny nose, sneezing, and sinus discomfort) in adults and children of age above 6 years. 

Budenase Aq is also used to treat nasal polyps (a benign noncancerous tumor growth inside the nasal passages and sinuses). But this medicine is not meant for treating common cold symptoms.

The medicine works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers responsible for swelling and allergies. This consequently will make you feel relief from discomfort and irritation in the nose.

It is always recommended to complete the medicine course, not doing so may not resolve your symptoms completly. Nasal irritation, nosebleeds, pain, or irritation in the throat are some of the common side effects that may cause by Budenase Aq. Consult with your doctor if you feel any severe side effects.

If you are pregnant or planning for breastfeeding, do inform the doctor before going for the treatment.

What Is The Use Of Budenase Aq?

Budenase Aq helps in resolving symptoms of allergic rhinitis.

Allergic rhinitis: Allergies, such as sneezing and running nose, get easily resolved with budenase Aq by reducing swelling, irritation and relieve symptoms like a blocked nose, sneezing, and itchy watery eyes.

The medicine works in your nose by blocking the effect of substances like pollen, dust mites, and mold that triggers allergic rhinitis. The spray may not work immediately. Thus it is recommended to use it regularly. In case you see no improvement in a week, do consult with the doctor.

Who Manufactures Budenase Aq?

Cipla Limited, an Indian multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company, manufactures Budenase Aq 100mcg Nasal Spray since 1935. It has a headquarter in Mumbai, India. Cipla primarily develops medicines to treat medical complications, such as respiratory, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, diabetes, weight control, and depression.

The company has been continually working towards ensuring access to high quality and affordable medicines to help needy patients. It is the reason for the trust of health care professionals and patients across the world for the last 8 decades

What Is The Strength Of Budenase Aq?

The strength of medicine means the amount of salt composition in a unit dose of a medicine. However, here the strength of Budenase Aq is 100mcg that means a unit dose of Budenase has 100mcg of Budesonide.

The medicine is available in various other strengths, such as:-

• Budenase AQ Nasal Spray
• Budenase 2.5 mg/1mg Respules

What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Budenase Aq?

Below is the list of side effects that may occur if you consume the drug improperly, such as:-

More common

• Bruising easily
• Chills
• Colds
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• A general feeling of discomfort or illness
• Headache
• Hoarseness
• Joint pain
• Loss of appetite
• Muscle aches and pains
• Nausea
• Runny nose
• Shivering
• Sneezing
• Sore throat
• Sweating
• Trouble sleeping
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
• Vomiting

Less common

• Bladder pain
• Bleeding after defecation
• Irritation, itching, or reddening of the skin
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Blurred vision
• Burning feeling while urinating
• Changes in vision
• Chest pain
• Cough producing mucus
• Decreased urine
• Diarrhea
• Difficult or labored breathing
• Difficult or painful urination
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Eye pain
• Irregular heartbeat
• Feeling of warmth
• Heartburn
• Increase in body movements
• Increased thirst
• Pain or discomfort in the chest, upper stomach, or throat
• Increased urge to urinate during the night
• Irregular heartbeat
• Lower back or side pain
• Mood changes
• Nervousness
• Pounding in the ears
• Rectal bleeding
• Redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
• Seizures
• Severe constipation
• Shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
• Shivering
• Skin rash, encrusted, scaly, and oozing
• Slow or fast heartbeat
• Stomach cramps or pain
• Sweating
• Swelling of the legs and feet
• Swelling or puffiness of the face
• Tightness in the chest
• Trouble sleeping
• Uncomfortable swelling around the anus
• Upper abdominal or stomach pain
• Waking to urinate at night
• Weight gain or loss

Incidence not known

• Bulging soft spot on the head
• A change in the ability to see colors, mostly blue or yellow
• Difficulty with swallowing
• Hives, itching, or skin rash
• Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids

What Medicines Interact With Budenase AQ?

A total of 353 known drugs interact with Budenase Aq, but the most frequent drugs are as follows:-

• Advair Diskus (fluticasone/salmeterol)
• Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)
• Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
• Brovana (arformoterol)
• Combivent (albuterol / ipratropium)
• Lasix (furosemide)
• MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350)
• Mucinex (guaifenesin)
• Paracetamol (acetaminophen)
• ProAir HFA (albuterol)
• Singulair (montelukast)
• Spiriva (tiotropium)
• Symbicort (budesonide / formoterol)
• Synthroid (levothyroxine)
• Tylenol (acetaminophen)
• Ventolin HFA (albuterol)
• Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin)
• Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)
• Zyrtec (cetirizine)

Which Diseases Interact With Budenase Aq?

There are total 7 known diseases that interact with Budenase Aq, such as:-

• Hepatic impairment
• Hepatic impairment
• Hyperadrenocorticism
• Infections
• Ocular herpes simplex
• Ocular toxicities
• Osteoporosis

How To Use Budenase Aq?

Always consume the dose as directed by the doctor. You can also check the label for the instructions. Insert the bottle's tip inside the nostrils, and do not forget to close the other nostril.

Directly spray inside the inserted nostrils, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose. Try to keep the head upright for sometime after using the nasal spray. If you have any confusion, do consult with the doctor. 

Precautions While Using Budenase Aq

Do remember the following points while using Budenase Aq:-

• If you are allergic to Budesonide, do not use Budenase Aq.
• Always complete the treatment course prescribed by the doctor.
• Do go through the drug and disease interactions list with Budesonide.
• In case of pregnancy, do consult with the doctor first before using it.

How To Handle Budenase Aq?

Keep Budenase Aq 100mcg in a closed container at room temperature away from the heat, moisture, sunlight, and children. In case you need any further help, consult your healthcare professional.