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Budesonide - Almus Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Almus

Description

Prophylaxis and treatment of allergic rhinitis and nasal polyps by intranasal administration
• Over 6 years: 256 mcg once daily, to be administered as 2 sprays into each nostril in the morning, reduce dose when control achieved. Alternatively, 128 mcg twice daily, to be administered as 1 spray into each nostril in the morning and in the evening, reduce dose when control achieved.

Prophylaxis of asthma by nebulised suspension
• Child 6 months–11 years: 125–500 mcg twice daily, dose to be adjusted as required. Maximum 2 mg per day.
• Over 12 years: initially 0.25–1 mg twice daily, dose to be adjusted as required. Maximum 2 mg per day.

Indications

For the prophylaxis of mild to moderate asthma.

Contraindications

Use cautiously in the case of renal or hepatic impairment.

Preparations Available

Nebuliser liquid

Sizes Available

Nebuliser liquid
500 mcg/2 ml, 20 units
1 mg/2 ml, 20 units 

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