Somatostatin Lyomark may be available in the countries listed below.
Somatostatin is reported as an ingredient of Somatostatin Lyomark in the following countries:
Somatostatin x acetate (a derivative of Somatostatin) is reported as an ingredient of Somatostatin Lyomark in the following countries:
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Generic Name: budesonide and formoterol inhalation (bue DES oh nide and for MOE te rol)
Brand names: Symbicort, Symbicort Turbuhaler, Symbicort 400/12 Turbohaler
Budesonide is a steroid that reduces inflammation in the body.
Formoterol is a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways to improve breathing.
The combination of budesonide and formoterol is used to prevent bronchospasm in people with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Budesonide and formoterol inhalation may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Use all of your medications as directed by your doctor. Talk with your doctor if your medications do not seem to work as well in treating or preventing attacks. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor.
Before using budesonide and formoterol, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, a seizure disorder, an infection (including herpes infection of the eyes), diabetes, tuberculosis, a thyroid disorder, or an electrolyte imbalance (such as low potassium levels in your blood).
To make sure you can safely use budesonide and formoterol, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
heart disease or high blood pressure;
epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
diabetes;
herpes infection of the eyes;
tuberculosis;
any active infection;
an electrolyte imbalance (such as low potassium levels in your blood); or
a thyroid disorder.
Long-term use of steroids may lead to bone loss (osteoporosis), especially if you smoke, if you do not exercise, if you do not get enough vitamin D or calcium in your diet, or if you have a family history of osteoporosis.
Budesonide and formoterol comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. Always rinse your mouth after using the inhaler device.
Prime the inhaler device before the first use by pumping 2 test sprays into the air, away from your face. Shake the inhaler for at least 5 seconds before each spray. Prime the inhaler if it has not been used for longer than 7 days, or if the inhaler has been dropped.
Do not try to clean or take apart the inhaler device. Throw it away when the medicine runs out. Do not float the medicine canister in water. The dose indicator on the inhaler will turn red when there are 10 doses left in the device. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely. Always use the new device provided with the medication when you get your prescription filled.
It may take up to 2 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medication as directed. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after the first week of treatment, or if your symptoms get worse.
Your doctor will need to check your progress on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.
Your dosage needs may change if you have surgery, are ill, are under stress, or have recently had an asthma attack. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor.
If you also use a steroid medication, do not stop using the steroid suddenly or you may have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Talk with your doctor about using less and less of the steroid before stopping completely.
Use all of your medications as directed by your doctor. Talk with your doctor if your medications do not seem to work as well in treating or preventing attacks. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose can cause redness around your nose, runny nose, trouble breathing, nervousness, muscle cramps, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, sleep problems (insomnia), tremors, chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats, fainting, and seizure (convulsions).
Using a steroid can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using steroid medicines.
worsening asthma symptoms;
chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats, tremors, nervousness;
wheezing, throat irritation, choking, or other breathing problems after using this medication;
signs of infection such as fever, chills, sore throat, flu symptoms, easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
blurred vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights;
white patches or sores in your mouth or throat; or
dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, seizure).
Less serious side effects may include:
headache;
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upset stomach;
back pain;
stuffy nose;
muscle or joint pain; or
changes in your voice.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Usual Adult Dose for Asthma -- Maintenance:
For patients not currently on an inhaled corticosteroid, including patients on noncorticosteroid maintenance therapy, the recommended dosage is 2 inhalations of 80 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day. Depending upon asthma severity, the dosage may be increased to 2 inhalations of 160 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day.
For patients currently receiving medium to high doses of inhaled corticosteroid therapy, the recommended starting dose is 2 inhalations of 160 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day.
For patients currently receiving low to medium to high doses of inhaled corticosteroid therapy, the recommended starting dose is 2 inhalations of 80 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day.
Usual Adult Dose for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease -- Maintenance:
For maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema:
2 inhalations of budesonide-formoterol 160 mcg-4.5 mcg/inh by inhalation twice daily. Note: budesonide-formoterol 160 mcg-4.5 mcg/inh is the only approved dosage for the treatment of COPD.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Asthma -- Maintenance:
12 years or older:
For patients not currently on an inhaled corticosteroid, including patients on noncorticosteroid maintenance therapy, the recommended dosage is 2 inhalations of 80 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day. Depending upon asthma severity, the dosage may be increased to 2 inhalations of 160 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day.
For patients currently receiving medium to high doses of inhaled corticosteroid therapy, the recommended starting dose is 2 inhalations of 160 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day.
For patients currently receiving low to medium to high doses of inhaled corticosteroid therapy, the recommended starting dose is 2 inhalations of 80 mcg-4.5 mcg twice a day.
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
antibiotics such as azithromycin (Zithromax), clarithromycin (Biaxin), erythromycin (E.E.S., EryPed, Ery-Tab, Erythrocin, Pediazole), or telithromycin (Ketek);
antifungal medication such as ketoconazole (Nizoral), or itraconazole (Sporanox);
a diuretic (water pill);
an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate);
an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip, Limbitrol), doxepin (Sinequan, Silenor), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others; or
a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Dutoprol, Lopressor, Toprol), nadolol (Corgard), propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), and others.
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with budesonide and formoterol inhalation. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
See also: budesonide and formoterol side effects (in more detail)
Omapro may be available in the countries listed below.
Omeprazole is reported as an ingredient of Omapro in the following countries:
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Medroxoral may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Medroxyprogesterone 17α-acetate (a derivative of Medroxyprogesterone) is reported as an ingredient of Medroxoral in the following countries:
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