Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler
Budesonide and formoterol inhaler in four strengths, a preventer for asthma and COPD, the combination in Symbicort.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100/6mcg | 1 inhaler | US$39.09 | US$39.09 |
| 100/6mcg | 2 inhalers | US$62.04 | US$31.02 |
| 100/6mcg | 3 inhalers | US$81.60 | US$27.20 |
| 160/4.5mcg | 1 inhaler | US$54.39 | US$54.39 |
| 160/4.5mcg | 2 inhalers | US$101.14 | US$50.57 |
| 160/4.5mcg | 3 inhalers | US$140.25 | US$46.75 |
| 200/6mcg | 1 inhaler | US$42.49 | US$42.49 |
| 200/6mcg | 2 inhalers | US$78.18 | US$39.09 |
| 200/6mcg | 3 inhalers | US$105.39 | US$35.13 |
| 400/6mcg | 1 inhaler | US$46.74 | US$46.74 |
| 400/6mcg | 2 inhalers | US$85.84 | US$42.92 |
| 400/6mcg | 3 inhalers | US$113.04 | US$37.68 |
- Category
- Respiratory Health
- Active ingredients
- Budesonide · Formoterol
- Route
- Inhalation use
- Form
- Inhalation powder
- Strengths
- 100/6 · 160/4.5 · 200/6 · 400/6mcg
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Asthma · Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Alternative names
- Symbicort; Budesonide Formoterol Rotacaps Inhaler
- Therapeutic class
- Inhaled Corticosteroid and Long-acting Beta2 Agonist
- Pharmacological class
- Corticosteroid; Beta2 Adrenoceptor Agonist
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to budesonide or formoterol; acute bronchospasm
- Precautions and warnings
- rinse mouth after use; do not use as a rescue inhaler; monitor heart rate
- Minor side effects
- tremor; palpitations; headache; throat irritation
- Moderate side effects
- muscle cramps; oral candidiasis; tachycardia
- Dosage forms
- Inhalation powder
- Administration route
- Inhalation use
- Originator
- AstraZeneca
- Onset time
- 1–3 minutes
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in dry conditions.
- Drug interactions
- beta-blockers; diuretics; quinidine
- Age restrictions
- Consult doctor for paediatric dosing.
Serious side effects
paradoxical bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention; cardiac arrhythmia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
indicated to relieve airway obstruction and inflammation to alleviate breathing difficulties.
Mechanism of action
A combination therapy: budesonide reduces inflammation, while formoterol, a long-acting beta2-agonist, relaxes bronchial smooth muscle. Together, they provide both anti-inflammatory control and sustained bronchodilation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary after medical advice. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.
Budesonide + formoterol is a combination inhaler for asthma and COPD: budesonide is an inhaled corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation, and formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator. It is the combination in Symbicort and comes here in 100/6, 160/4.5, 200/6 and 400/6 microgram strengths.
The Australian consumer leaflet for Symbicort Turbuhaler asks you to follow your Asthma Action Plan closely and to have your reliever medicine available at all times (Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care). Do not stop it suddenly either: symptoms can get worse when formoterol is stopped (MedlinePlus).
Buying Budesonide + Formoterol online
Generic budesonide and formoterol inhalers from India cost far less than Symbicort. Which strength and plan suits you is for your doctor to decide.
FAQ
What conditions is Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler used for?
Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler contains budesonide and formoterol, used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler is a combination therapy: budesonide reduces inflammation, while formoterol, a long-acting beta2-agonist, relaxes bronchial smooth muscle.
What kind of medicine is Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler?
Yes. Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredients, budesonide and formoterol, rather than under a brand. The exact manufacturer depends on stock.
What is the price of Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler?
Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler comes in 100/6, 160/4.5, 200/6 and 400/6mcg strengths, in packs of 1 to 3 inhalers, and the price per inhaler for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per inhaler. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler sold under other names?
Other brands of budesonide and formoterol include Symbicort and Budesonide Formoterol Rotacaps Inhaler.
When does Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler start working?
Budesonide and formoterol usually start to work within 1 to 3 minutes, and their effect lasts about 12 hours. The exact timing differs between people.
What side effects can Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler cause?
The common side effects of budesonide and formoterol are tremor, palpitations, headache and throat irritation. Less common ones include muscle cramps, oral candidiasis and tachycardia. Serious but less common side effects include paradoxical bronchospasm and cardiac arrhythmia, which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler?
Budesonide and formoterol can interact with beta-blockers, diuretics and quinidine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler.
Can I order Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler online without a prescription?
Yes, online. VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order budesonide and formoterol. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler delivered in Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Budesonide + Formoterol Inhaler is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Budesonide / Formoterol, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.