Symbicort Rapihaler 80/4.5mcg

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Content:

Symbicort Rapihaler 80/4.5 micrograms/actuation contains the following active ingredients:

• Budesonide: 80 micrograms per actuation

• Formoterol fumarate dihydrate: 4.5 micrograms per actuation

Indications

• Asthma: For regular treatment of asthma in patients where combination therapy (inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting β -agonist) is appropriate.

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): For symptomatic treatment of patients with moderate to severe COPD and a history of exacerbations despite regular bronchodilator therapy.
  
   

  Instructions

• Preparation: Hold the inhaler between your thumb and index finger, and shake it gently.1

• Administration:

  • Remove the mouthpiece cover.

  • Breathe out fully.

  • Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and close your lips around it.

  • While breathing in slowly and deeply, press the canister firmly to release the medication.

  • Hold your breath for as long as is comfortable.

  • Repeat the process if a second inhalation is prescribed.

• Post-Use Care:

  • Replace the mouthpiece cover.

  • Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out to reduce the risk of oral thrush

• Cleaning: Clean the mouthpiece at least once a week with a dry cloth. Do not immerse the inhaler in water.