SURVEYOR Health - Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Symbicort

Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Symbicort

Symbicort has 72 Side Effects total
27 are Life Threatening
10 Occur Most Frequently

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Uses of Symbicort

Symbicort is also known by the generic name Budesonide-Formoterol

USES:
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (such as COPD). It contains 2 medications:
budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by opening airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Symbicort has 27 Life Threatening (Critical) Side Effects

Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Heart Rhythm - Conduction Disorder of the Heart is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Abnormally Low Blood Pressure - Hypotension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Angina is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Cataracts is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Chest Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Cushing's Syndrome - Hypercortisolism is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Decreased Calcification or Density of Bone - Osteopenia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Excess Body Acid - Metabolic Acidosis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - High Blood Pressure - Hypertension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - High Blood Sugar - Hyperglycemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Increased Pressure in Eyes - Glaucoma is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Increased Pressure in the Eye - Ocular Hypertension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of the Lining of the Stomach and Intestines - Gastroenteritis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of the Tonsils - Tonsillitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Involuntary Quivering - Tremors is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood - Hypokalemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Mental Disorder with Loss of Normal Personality & Reality - Psychotic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Not Feeling Well - Malaise is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Paradoxical Bronchospasm is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Reduction in the Body's Resistance to Infection - Immunosuppression is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Sinus Irritation and Congestion - Sinusitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Throat Irritation - Pharyngitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

Critical Seriousness - Worsening of Asthma - Asthma Exacerbation is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Symbicort

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Symbicort has 10 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects

Acute Infection of the Nose, Throat or Sinus - Upper Respiratory Infection is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Chronic Trouble Sleeping - Insomnia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Cough is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Dry Mouth - Xerostomia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Rash - Skin Rash is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Throat Pain - Sore Throat is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Throwing Up - Vomiting is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

Voice Disorder - Voice Changes is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Symbicort

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Symbicort Drug-Drug Interactions

Symbicort has interactions of severe seriousness with 8 drug(s):

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Droperidol. Click here to see them

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Efalizumab. Click here to see them

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Fentanyl-Droperidol. Click here to see them

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Inapsine. Click here to see them

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Innovar. Click here to see them

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Natalizumab. Click here to see them

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Raptiva. Click here to see them

Symbicort has 1 severe interactions with Tysabri. Click here to see them

Symbicort has interactions of serious seriousness with 103 drug(s).

Symbicort has interactions of moderate seriousness with 516 drug(s).

Symbicort has interactions of unknown seriousness with 0 drug(s).

Symbicort has 27 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Symbicort.

Symbicort Inhalation Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Absolute Contraindications

Acutely Deteriorating Asthma - Asthma That Is Getting Worse is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Relative Contraindications

Chronic Coronary Insufficiency - Diminished Blood Flow through Arteries of the Heart is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Conduction Disorder of the Heart - Abnormal Heart Rhythm is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Congenital Long QT Syndrome - Abnormal EKG with QT changes from Birth is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Fungal Infections - Infection caused by a Fungus is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Herpes Simplex Infection is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Hypokalemia - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Inactive Tuberculosis is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Ocular Herpes Simplex - Herpes Simplex Infection of the Eye is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Parasitic Infection - Infection due to a Parasite is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Prolonged QT Interval - Prolonged Q-T Interval on EKG is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Pulmonary Tuberculosis - TB involving the Lungs is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Seizure Disorder - Seizures is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Thyrotoxicosis - Overactive Thyroid causing Life-Threatening Symptoms is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Uncontrolled Bacterial Infections - Bacterial Infection that is not under control is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Varicella Contact - Exposure to the Chickenpox is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Varicella Zoster Virus Infection - Infection caused by the Varicella Zoster Virus is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Viral Infection - Infection caused by a Virus is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Contraindication Warnings

Cataracts is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Diabetes Mellitus - Diabetes is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Glaucoma - Increased Pressure in Eyes is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Hypercortisolism - Cushing's Syndrome is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Hypertension - High Blood Pressure is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Ocular Hypertension - Increased Pressure in the Eye is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Oropharyngeal Candidiasis - Candidiasis Fungal Infection of the Oropharynx is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Osteopenia - Decreased Calcification or Density of Bone is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Osteoporosis is a contraindication of Symbicort.

Symbicort has 4 related brands and strengths:

Budesonide-Formoterol Hfa 160 Mcg-4.5 Mcg/Actuation Aerosol Inhaler Budesonide-Formoterol Hfa 80 Mcg-4.5 Mcg/Actuation Aerosol Inhaler Symbicort 160 Mcg-4.5 Mcg/Actuation Inhalation Hfa Aerosol Inhaler Symbicort 80 Mcg-4.5 Mcg/Actuation Inhalation Hfa Aerosol Inhaler

Symbicort - Symptoms of overdose may include
shaking (tremors), chest pain, fast/irregular heartbeat, seizures.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.