Why is Budesonide prescribed?
Budesonide, the active ingredient in Pulmicort Respules, is an anti-inflammatory steroid medication. Inhaled on a regular basis, Pulmicort helps prevent asthma attacks. Pulmicort Respules are prescribed for children 12 months to 8 years of age. They are given by nebulizer (a device that produces a fine spray). Adults and children over 6 can use another form of budesonide, Pulmicort Turbuhaler, that’s taken with an inhaler. Both types of Pulmicort are preventive medicines. They will not relieve an acute or life-threatening episode of asthma.
