Budesonide and formoterol (inhalation)

Generic name: budesonide and formoterol (inhalation) [ bue-DES-oh-nide-and-for-MOE-te-rol ]
Brand names: Symbicort, Symbicort Turbuhaler, Symbicort 400/12 Turbohaler
Dosage form: inhalation aerosol (160 mcg-4.5 mcg/inh; 80 mcg-4.5 mcg/inh)
Drug class:Bronchodilator combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Aug 18, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is budesonide and formoterol inhalation?

Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator. Budesonide is a steroid.

Budesonide and formoterol is a combination medicine used to control and prevent the symptoms of asthma in adults and children at least 6 years old.

Budesonide and formoterol is also used to help control the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

budesonide and formoterol is not for use in treating an asthma or bronchospasm attack.

Formoterol when used alone may increase the risk of death in people with asthma. However, this risk is not increased when budesonide and formoterol are used together as a combination product.

Budesonide and formoterol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Budesonide and formoterol is not a rescue medicine for asthma attacks. Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quic...