Budesonide Side Effects

Brand Names: Pulmicort Flexhaler, Pulmicort Respules, Pulmicort Turbuhaler, Entocort EC, Pulmicort Nebuamp

Please note - some side effects for Budesonide may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Budesonide - for the consumer

Budesonide/Formoterol Inhalation Aerosol

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Budesonide/Formoterol Inhalation Aerosol:

Dizziness; dry mouth; headache; nausea; nervousness; stomach pain or upset; stuffy nose; throat irritation; tiredness; tremor; trouble sleeping; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat; unusual hoarseness); back pain; chest pain; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; new or worsening asthma symptoms (eg, increased chest tightness, coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing); severe or persistent headache, dizziness, tremor, or nervousness; severe or persistent muscle pain or cramps; trouble speaking; vision changes; white patches in your mouth or throat.

Budesonide Powder

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Budesonide Powder:

Nasal congestion; throat irritation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); ear pain or discharge; new or worsening asthma symptoms (eg, increased wheezing); depression; mental or mood changes; severe or persistent diarrhea or stomach pain; shortness of breath after using Budesonide Powder; signs of infection (eg, fever, chills, or sore throat); vision changes; white patches in the mouth or throat.

Budesonide Spray

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Budesonide Spray:

Bad taste; coughing; headache; hoarseness; nasal irritation or dryness; nausea; sore throat; tightness in the lungs.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); continuing nose discomfort; increased pressure in the eye; infection (fever, chills, sore throat); nosebleeds or soreness; pounding in the chest.

Budesonide Suspension

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Budesonide Suspension:

Coughing; diarrhea; nosebleed; rash; redness of the eyes; runny nose; stomach pain; stomach problems; throat irritation; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); depression; ear infection; fainting; increased wheezing; infection (fever, chills, sore throat); irritability; mental/mood changes; personality change; severe dizziness; sinus infection; sudden weight loss; tightness in the lungs; unusual weakness; vomiting; white patches in the mouth or throat.

Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules:

Back pain; changes in menstrual cycle; dizziness; gas; headache; indigestion; nausea; nervousness; pain; respiratory tract infection; stomach pain; tiredness; tremor; trouble sleeping; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); acne; change in mood or behavior; chest pain; confusion; severe headache; sudden increase in weight; swelling of the ankles; unusual bruising; vision changes.

More resources:

budesonide

Pulmicort Flexhaler

Pulmicort Respules

Pulmicort Turbuhaler

Entocort EC

Budesonide

Pulmicort Respules Suspension

Pulmicort Flexhaler Powder

Budesonide Powder

Entocort EC Sustained-Release Capsules

Budesonide - Includes detailed dosage instructions.

Pulmicort Nebuamp Inhalation - Includes detailed dosage instructions.

Pulmicort Flexhaler

Budesonide

Entocort EC

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