Symbicort

What is it?

Composition

Symbicort contains a combination of two main active ingredients that provide its effectiveness in the treatment of asthma and COPD. These components work together to reduce inflammation and improve airway patency. The drug is based on:

• Budesonide is an anti-inflammatory drug that helps reduce swelling and irritation in the airways.
• Formoterol is a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles of the airway walls, making breathing easier.

These components create a synergistic effect, providing long-term symptom control. Budesonide and formoterol act gradually, so they are ideal for regular use, but not fast enough for emergency help.

How to use?

For best results, Symbicort should be used regularly, strictly as directed by your doctor. The usual regimen involves using the medication twice a day, 12 hours apart. Each dose includes two inhalations, allowing for continuous symptom control.

1. Shake the canister before use and check the mouthpiece for any traces of the medication.
2. Exhale completely and close your lips around the mouthpiece, holding the inhaler upright.
3. Press the top of the canister and inhale slowly, holding your breath for a few seconds.
4. Remove the inhaler and breathe normally.
5. Repeat the procedure for the second inhalation.

After use, it is important to rinse your mouth thoroughly with water to minimize the risk of fungal infections of the mouth.

How does it work?

Symbicort works through the interaction of two key components - budesonide and formoterol, providing extended control over the condition of the respiratory tract. Budesonide, which belongs to the class of corticosteroids, reduces inflammation in the lungs, reducing swelling of the bronchial walls, which facilitates the breathing process. Formoterol acts as a long-acting beta-agonist, relaxing the muscles of the airways and promoting their expansion.

This combination allows Symbicort not only to prevent exacerbations of asthma and COPD, but also to provide a comfortable state during the day and night. It is important to note that the action of Symbicort is gradual, having a beneficial effect on the patients condition, but is not suitable for the rapid elimination of symptoms of an attack.

The regimen of Symbicort provides a continuous effect due to the cumulative action of its components. This scheme reduces the need for frequent use of fast-acting drugs, contributing to more stable control of the disease.

Indications

Symbicort is used to treat and prevent various respiratory diseases, especially those associated with inflammation and obstruction of the airways. It is widely used in long-term treatment to control asthma and other chronic conditions.

• Asthma in adults and children over six years of age, requiring regular monitoring.
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including forms such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
• Reducing the frequency of exacerbations of asthma and COPD in the long term.

Symbicort helps patients forget about frequent attacks and improve their overall quality of life. Such results can only be achieved with regular and correct use of the drug.

Contraindications

Despite its wide applicability and effectiveness, Symbicort has its limitations in use. Its contraindications relate mainly to specific conditions and reactions in some patients.

• Use as a primary means for stopping asthma attacks or COPD.
• Allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to components, such as budetsonide and formoterol.
• Ailments requiring intensive treatment not agreed upon with a doctor.

These factors require the user to be attentive and consult a doctor for safe and effective use of the product.

Side effects

Although Symbicort has many positive properties, patients may experience some side effects during its use.

• Cold-like symptoms: runny nose, nasal congestion, cough, sore throat.
• Headache and mild malaise, sometimes accompanied by fever or chills.
• Dryness, irritation or increased sensitivity in the nasopharynx and upper respiratory tract.

In addition, there are less common side effects that can also occur when taking Symbicort. In case of any unpleasant symptoms, it is important to consult a specialist for treatment adjustments.