BUDESONIDE

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Details

Cost:

Class/Classes: 3.2 INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS (ICS)

Indications and Dose

Indications:

Dose:

By inhalation of powder, 200 micrograms to 1•6mg daily in 2 divided doses, in less severe cases 200 to 400 micrograms daily. Specify brand when prescribing to ensure correct device is dispensed.

Notes:

Reserve budesonide nebuliser solution for the treatment of croup in children who are unable to swallow dexamethasone tablets; refer to Paediatric Handbook on NHS Highland Intranet.