Specification
INTRODUCTION
DERINIDE 0.5MG contains Budesonide which belongs to theroup of medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used to treat asthma. Asthma is a respiratory disease in which the airways become inflamed, swollen, and narrowed. It also causes excessive mucous secretion in the airways which makes it difficult for the air to pass through the airways leading to unpleasant symptoms like wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest pain or cough.
DERINIDE 0.5MG can also be used to treat croup in infants and in children. Croup is a respiratory infection that causes barking sound in children due to blockage in the upper respiratory tract.
Budesonide is a steroid medication. It works on the airways and prevents the cells present in the airways from releasing certain chemicals that causes inflammation and swelling. As results, it prevents asthma attack and improves breathing.
DERINIDE 0.5MG is for inhalation use only. Do not stop using DERINIDE 0.5MG once your symptoms subside without consulting your doctor. Make sure to rinse your mouth with water after inhaling the medicine to avoid the risk of fungal infections in the oral cavity.
Before using DERINIDE 0.5MG, inform your doctor if you have any lung infections, cold or chest infection. You must also inform your doctor if you have any liver problems. DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used in pregnant women only if considered necessary by the doctor. It should be used with caution in children and in the elderly patients.
If you experience sudden episodes of breathlessness, wheezing or chest tightness while undergoing therapy with DERINIDE 0.5MG, consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using DERINIDE 0.5MG in the meanwhile.
During treatment with DERINIDE 0.5MG, your doctor will periodically monitor your health condition to avoid the risk of side effects. The most common side effects of using DERINIDE 0.5MG are oral thrush (fungal infection in the mouth), sore throat and hoarseness of voice. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
KEY COMPOSITION
Treats asthma
Treats croup in infants and in young children
HOW DERINIDE 0.5MG WORKS
DERINIDE 0.5MG controls asthma and croup, where budesonide works on the airways and prevents the cells present in the airways from releasing certain chemicals that causes inflammation and swelling. As a result, it reduces airway inflammation, prevents airways from becoming narrow and improves breathing.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Use DERINIDE 0.5MG only as directed by the physician. It is for inhalation use only. Place the medicine in a suitable device (nebulizer). Adjust the device in such a way that the medicineets converted into a fine mist. Inhale the fine mist of medicine through the device. Once inhalation is over, rinse your mouth with water and spit it out or brush your teeth.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose, duration of therapy, and frequency of doses for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop using DERINIDE 0.5MG without consulting your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF DERINIDE 0.5MG
COMMON
Sore throat
Cough
Hoarseness of the voice
Oral thrush (fungal infection of the mouth)
Lung infection (pneumonia)
UNCOMMON
Feeling depressed, restless, or nervous
Shivering and shaking
Cataracts or blurred vision
Muscle cramps
RARE
Rashes on the face after using the facemask for inhalation
Difficulty in sleeping
Feeling very excited or irritation
Bruising of the skin
Stop using DERINIDE 0.5MG and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Severe allergic reactions (such as difficulty in breathing, wheezing, raised lumps on your skin (weal), skin rashes, itching sensation of the skin, or contact dermatitis (skin problem), swelling of your face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat, tightness of the chest, etc.)
Sudden wheezing
Blurred vision or any other visual disturbances
Increased mucus production, cough or breathing difficulties along with fever or chills
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Oral thrush (fungal infection of the mouth):
Rinse your mouth with water after inhaling the medicine to avoid the risk of fungal infections in the oral cavity. Spit out the rinse water rather than swallowing it. Consult your doctor if the symptom worsens.
Skin rash:
Hot showers should be avoided because it can irritate your skin even more. Scratching the affected area is not aood idea. Always wear protective clothing, whileoing outdoors. Moisturize your skin on a regular basis. Consult your doctor if the symptom worsens.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used in pregnant women only if considered necessary by your doctor. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant while using DERINIDE 0.5MG.
BREASTFEEDING
DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. However, consult your doctor before using it.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
DERINIDE 0.5MG is unlikely to impair your ability to drive or operate any heavy tools or machinery.
LIVER
DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
ALLERGY
Do not take DERINIDE 0.5MG if you are allergic to Budesonide.
LUNGS
DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used with caution in patients with lung infection, cold or chest infection. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
OTHERS
Use in pediatrics:
DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years). It should be used in infants only if prescribed by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
Use ineriatrics:
DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug Interactions:
Before using DERINIDE 0.5MG, inform your doctor if you are using any of the following medicines such as:
Ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to treat fungal infections)
Other steroids (such as prednisolone or dexamethasone) used to treat inflammatory conditions
Ritonavir, cobicistat (used to treat HIV infections)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally inhaled more of DERINIDE 0.5MG, contact your doctor immediately oro to a hospital immediately if the symptoms worsen.
SYNOPSIS
Drug :?? Budesonide
Pharmacological Category :?? Corticosteroids
Therapeutic Indication :
Asthma, Croup
Dosage Forms :
Tablet, Capsule, Enema, Respules, Plumules,?Smartules, Rotacaps, Resicap, Nasal spray, Inhaler
MORE INFORMATION
Keep DERINIDE 0.5MG out of reach from children
Store DERINIDE 0.5MG room temperature
FAQs ABOUT DERINIDE 0.5MG
Can DERINIDE 0.5MG be used in children?
DERINIDE 0.5MG can be used in children if prescribed by the physician. It is used to treat croup (a type of infection in the respiratory tract causing breathing difficulties and barking sounds) in infants and in children. However, consult your doctor before using. During treatment with DERINIDE 0.5MG, your doctor will closely monitor your childrowth to avoid the risk of side effects.
Can DERINIDE 0.5MG cause infection in the mouth?
Yes. [GBNKKEYWORD] can cause fungal infections of the mouth (oral thrush). To avoid this, make sure to rinse your mouth with water after inhaling the medicine. However, if an infection develops, consult your doctor.
Will taking a higher dose of DERINIDE 0.5MG be more effective?
Always consume the dose prescribed for you by your physician. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the disease. Do not take a higher dose of DERINIDE 0.5MG without consulting your doctor as it could lead to unwanted side effects. It your symptoms are not relieved by the prescribed dose, consult your doctor so that he might adjust the dose according to your health condition or can suggest an alternative therapy.
Can DERINIDE 0.5MG cause bone loss?
DERINIDE 0.5MG can affect your bones, but it happens very rarely. It is more common while taken as an oral therapy. Take DERINIDE 0.5MG as advised by your physician to avoid unwanted bone related side effects.
Can I stop using DERINIDE 0.5MG once my symptoms subside?
No. Always use DERINIDE 0.5MG as advised by your physician. Continue to use DERINIDE 0.5MG as long as your doctor prescribes it to you. Do not stop taking DERINIDE 0.5MG or reduce the dose suddenly without consulting your doctor as it may make it less effective.
Can DERINIDE 0.5MG cause psychological problems?
DERINIDE 0.5MG may cause certain psychological problems such as nervousness, excitation, mood swings, depression, or restlessness etc. Consult your doctor immediately when such symptoms occur.
How long should I use DERINIDE 0.5MG?
DERINIDE 0.5MG should be used as recommended by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose, duration and frequency of DERINIDE 0.5MG for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of your disease condition. Consult your doctor for advice.
What are the common side effects of [GBNKKEYWORD]?
The most common side effects of using DERINIDE 0.5MG are oral thrush (fungal infection in the mouth), sore throat and hoarseness of voice. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
How to use [GBNKKEYWORD]?
Use DERINIDE 0.5MG only as directed by the physician. It is for inhalation use only. Place the medicine in a suitable device (nebulizer). Adjust the device in such a way that the medicineets converted into a fine mist. Inhale the fine mist of medicine through the device. Once inhalation is over, rinse your mouth with water and spit it out or brush your teeth.
How long will it take for DERINIDE 0.5MG to show the results?
You may notice an improvement in your condition within 2 days of therapy. However, it may take up to 4 weeks for the medicine to show its full effect. Therefore, continue to use DERINIDE 0.5MG for the stipulated duration mentioned by your doctor, even if your symptoms subside in between.
REFERENCES
1. KD. Tripathi. Drugs for cough and bronchial asthma. Essentials of medical pharmacology. 8th Edition. 2019. Page ? 250 to 251.
2.eraldartlehner, MD, MPH, Richard A. Hansen, PhD, RPh, Shannon S. Carson, MD, and Kathleen N. Lohr, PhD. NIH National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Efficacy and Safety of Inhaled Corticosteroids in Patients With COPD. [Revised on May 2006] [Accessed on 27th May 2022]?https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1479432/
3. AstraZeneca UK Ltd. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in January 2019] [Accessed on 27th May 2022]?https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.880.pdf
4. AstraZeneca UK Ltd. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in January 2019] [Accessed on 27th May 2022]?https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.881.pdf
USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
Absolute Eosinophil Count
Complete Blood Count
PRODUCT DETAILS
Net Qty
1 N
Item Weight
20
Ingredient
BUDESONIDE 0.5MG
Hsn Code
30049099
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Additional information
Weight
20 g
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