Symbicort

(Budesonide/Formoterol Turbuhaler)
Manufactured by AstraZeneca

Symbicort

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Brand

Strength Pack Size Price(USD) Quantity Subtotal
200/6mcg
3 x 60 doses Breath Activated Turbuhaler
$206.99
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400/12mcg
3 x 60 doses Breath Activated Turbuhaler
$264.49
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200/6mcg
120 doses Breath Activated Turbuhaler
$120.74
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Symbicort

Symbicort belongs to the family of drugs known as a beta 2 agonist and bronchodilator medication commonly used to prevent and treat the symptoms in people with mild to moderate asthma and several inflammations. Symbicort works by acting on receptors in the lungs called beta 2 receptors. Generic name of Symbicort is budesonide and formoterol fumarate. Symbicort is being manufactured by Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals and is available in 200/6mcg Turbuhaler.

What are the most common problems for which Symbicort is used?

Symbicort is used to prevent and treat the symptoms in people with mild to moderate asthma and chronic obstructive airways disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic disease in which sufferers have repeated attacks of difficulty in breathing and coughing. To understand what happens in asthmatic attacks it is helpful to visualize the basic structure of the airway tubes of the lung (bronchi).

Symbicort is generally used for the treatment of emphysema.

Symbicort is often used for the treatment of wheezing or breathing difficulties (bronchospasm) brought on by allergens, irritants, or exercise in patients who have mild to moderate asthma.

Symbicort is also used for the treatment and complete relief for symptoms of bronchitis.

Symbicort is also used to prevent asthma attacks and other conditions involving inflammation of the lung tissues.

Symbicort may also be used for relieve other conditions that determined by your doctor's or consultant.

How does Symbicort work?

Symbicort belongs to the family of drugs known as a beta 2 agonist and bronchodilator (inhalation) medication commonly used to prevent and treat the symptoms in people with mild to moderate asthma. Symbicort works by acting on receptors in the lungs called beta 2 receptors. Stimulation of these receptors causes the muscles in the airways to relax, allowing the airways to open. Symbicort works by preventing the release of certain chemicals from the cells. These chemicals are important in the immune system and are normally involved in producing immune and allergic responses, which result in inflammation. By decreasing the release of these chemicals in the lungs and airways, inflammation is reduced.

Is any prescription required to get Symbicort?

Yes, prescription is necessary, it's better to use Symbicort with a valid prescription. Because some times in such conditions Symbicort is more harmful for health so, it is better to use Symbicort under doctor's guidance or according to your medical consultant.

Dosages of Symbicort?

Symbicort always takes under doctor's guidance. The recommended doses of Symbicort will be different for different patients, according to the requirements of each patient; you continue to take it for as long as your doctor prescribes. If you can not tolerate the recommended dosage, your doctor can prescribe a dose that sufficient for you. The recommended dose is 2 inhalations 4 times a day at regular intervals or as prescribed by your health care provider.

What is the minimum duration for which Symbicort should be taken?

The duration of taking Symbicort is not constant; it depends according to the problem. Your doctor or consultant can describe you better about the time period for which duration Symbicort should be taken or until the medication is deemed effective.

Are there any side effects of Symbicort?

Possible side effects that occur during the use of Symbicort :

  • Allergic reaction
  • Hives
  • Itching
  • Rash
  • Trouble breathing
  • Tightness in your chest
  • Swelling of your lips, tongue, and throat
  • Chest pain
  • Increased trouble breathing
  • Irregular or fast heartbeat
  • Hallucinations
  • Chest irritation
  • Coughing
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Restlessness
  • Trembling
  • Pounding heartbeat
  • Weakness

Under what circumstances Symbicort should not be used?

If you have an allergy to Symbicort or any other ingredients of this medicine, then should not be used.

If you are suffering to the problem of Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes), Symbicort should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to kidney disease, Symbicort should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to the problem of high blood pressure and heart disease, Symbicort should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to Liver disease or Tuberculosis and thyroid problems, Symbicort should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are pregnant and plan to be pregnant, Symbicort should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to breastfeeding, Symbicort should not be used without consultation of doctor.

Under which storage conditions Symbicort should be kept?

Symbicort should be stored in cupboard at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not store Symbicort in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Keep always Symbicort medicine out of the reach of children.

Major drug Manufacturers

  • Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals
  • Sanofi Aventis Pharmaceuticals
  • Aventis Pharma Inc.
  • Glaxo Wellcome Pharmaceuticals
  • Rhone-Poulenc Rorer Pharmaceuticals Inc
  • 3M Health Care Limited
  • IVAX Pharmaceuticals
  • Dey Pharmaceuticals
  • Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals

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  • Nedocromil sodium
  • Intal
  • Intal Inhaler
  • Intal Syncroner
  • Cromoglicic Acid

From where can one get Symbicort?

Anyone can buy Symbicort from Online Canadian Pharmacy, which is available at a discounted price, 50% off, in Canada, and the best way to get Symbicort is by logging on to http://www.abconlinepharmacy.com for online orders. This pharmacy provides you with drugs at cheap and affordable prices. One can order the medicine and pay through VISA, MasterCard or international money order.

Why to buy Symbicort drug from Canada?

It is cheaper to buy Symbicort from Online Canadian Pharmacy, because Canadian government regulates the prices of Symbicort and also because of the very common reason of exchange rate. Since, the Canadian dollar is cheaper as compared to the US Dollars, so one can buy more Symbicort from Canada, there by saving a lot of money.

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