Budesonide Nasal Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 16, 2023.

Applies to budesonide nasal: nasal spray.

Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check the progress of you or your child at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to take it.

If you or your child feel that your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This medicine may increase your risk of having some unwanted effects in the nose. Check with your doctor right away if you or your child have bloody mucus; sores inside the nose; unexplained nosebleeds; or a whistling sound when you breathe while you are using this medicine.

This medicine may cause thrush (a type of fungus infection) in the nose or throat. Tell your doctor right away if you or your child have white patches in the throat, or pain when you eat or swallow.

This medicine may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you or your child have a rash; itching; hoarseness; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.

You may get infections more easily while you are using this medicine. Avoid close contact with anyone who has chickenpox or measles if you have never had these infections. This is especially important for children. Tell your doctor right away if you think you have been exposed to chickenpox or measles.

Using too much of this medicine or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems. Talk to your doctor if you or your child have more than one of these symptoms while you are using this medicine: darkening of the skin; diarrhea; dizziness; fainting; loss of appetite; mental depression; nausea; skin rash; unusual tiredness or weakness; or weight loss.

This medicine may slow down a child's growth if it is used for a long time. Talk to your child's doctor if you think your child is not growing properly or if you have any questions about this.

Check with your doctor right away if blurred vision, difficulty in reading, or any other change in vision occurs during or after treatment. Your doctor may want you to have your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor).

Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.

Serious side effects of budesonide nasal

Along with its needed effects, budesonide nasal may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking budesonide nasal:

Other side effects of budesonide nasal

Some side effects of budesonide nasal may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

For healthcare professionals

Applies to budesonide nasal: nasal aerosol with adapter, nasal spray.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effects were epistaxis, pharyngitis, dyspnea, bronchospasm, cough, and nasal irritation.^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Common (1% to 10%): Epistaxis, pharyngitis, dyspnea, bronchospasm, cough, nasal irritation (sneezing, stinging, dryness), nasal crust
• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Nasal septum perforation, ulceration of mucous membrane
• Postmarketing reports: Anosmia, pharynx disorders (throat irritation, throat pain, swollen throat, burning throat, itchy throat), wheezing^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypersensitivity reactions including urticaria, rash, dermatitis, angioedema, pruritus
• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Anaphylactic reaction^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Loss of appetite, stomach disorder, nausea^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Common (1% to 10%): Headache, dizziness
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Bad taste, tremor, sedation^[Ref]

Endocrine

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Signs and symptoms of systemic corticosteroid effects, including adrenal suppression and growth retardation^[Ref]

Immunologic

• Frequency not reported: Candida albicans infection, immunosuppression^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Skin itching^[Ref]

Ocular

• Frequency not reported: Raised intraocular pressure, glaucoma,

cataract^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Postmarketing reports: Palpitations^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Sexual dysfunction^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Joint ache^[Ref]

Other

• Common (1% to 10%): Tiredness
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Earache
• Frequency not reported: Impaired wound healing^[Ref]

See also:

Further information

Budesonide nasal side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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