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What is QUIKHALE?
- QUIKHALE is a combination of Budesonide and Formoterol
CONSUMER MEDICINE INFORMATION
THERAPEUTIC USES
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
INTERACTIONS
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
SIDE EFFECTS
MORE INFORMATION
What QUIKHALE is used for?
- QUIKHALE is used to control symptoms of asthma and prevent symptoms such as wheezing in adults and children ages 6 and older
- COPD is a long-term (chronic) lung disease that includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both
- QUIKHALE is used long-term to improve symptoms of COPD for better breathing and to reduce the number of flare-ups (the worsening of your COPD symptoms for several days)
Talk to your doctor before you are taking this medicine, If you
- are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine
- have heart, thyroid or liver problems
- have high blood pressure
- have an immune system problem
- have any type of viral, bacterial, fungal, or parasitic infection
- are exposed to chicken pox or measles
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine
- Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
- QUIKHALE comes in 2 strengths. It should be taken every day as 2 puffs in the morning and 2 puffs in the evening about 12 hours apart
- Rinse your mouth with water and spit the water out after each dose (2 puffs) of QUIKHALE. Do not swallow the water
- If you accidentally get QUIKHALE in your eyes, rinse your eyes with water, and if redness or irritation persists, consult your healthcare provider
If you take more QUIKHALE
- If you take too much QUIKHALE, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away
If you forget to take QUIKHALE
- If you miss a dose of QUIKHALE, you should take your next dose at the same time you normally do
If you stop taking QUIKHALE
- Do not stop any medicines used to control or treat your breathing problems
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them
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UNCOMMON
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- chest pain
- increased blood pressure
- a fast and irregular heartbeat
- headache, tremor, nervousness
- immune system effects and a higher chance for infections
- adrenal insufficiency
- increased wheezing
- lower bone mineral density
- eye problems including glaucoma and cataracts
- serious allergic reactions including rash, hives, swelling of the face, mouth, and tongue, and breathing problems
- throat irritation or pain
- upper respiratory tract infection
- back pain
- inflammation of mucous membranes of the sinuses
- flu (sinusitis)
- nasal congestion
- vomiting, headache
- stomach discomfort
- slowed growth in children
- thrush in the mouth and throat. Rinse your mouth with water without swallowing after use to help prevent thrush
Disclaimer:
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
