{"id":24089,"date":"2022-08-16T07:25:08","date_gmt":"2022-08-16T07:25:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=24089"},"modified":"2022-08-17T08:11:35","modified_gmt":"2022-08-17T08:11:35","slug":"symbicort-mite-turbuhaler","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/symbicort-mite-turbuhaler\/","title":{"rendered":"Symbicort mite Turbuhaler &#8211; Budesonide\/formoterol fumarate dihydrate uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>80 micrograms\/4.5 micrograms\/inhalation,&nbsp;inhalation powder<br>budesonide\/formoterol fumarate dihydrate<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Symbicort mite Turbuhaler is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0is an\u00a0inhaler\u00a0used to treat\u00a0asthma\u00a0in adults, adolescents, and children aged 6 and over.\u00a0It contains two different medicines: budesonide and formoterol fumarate dihydrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Budesonide belongs to a group of medicines called &#8220;corticosteroids&#8221;.&nbsp;It works by reducing and preventing swelling and&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;in the lungs.<\/li><li>Formoterol fumarate dihydrate belongs to a group of medicines called &#8220;long-acting beta&nbsp;<sub>2<\/sub>&nbsp;-adrenoreceptor agonists&#8221; or &#8220;bronchodilators&#8221;.&nbsp;It works by making the muscles in your airways relax, helping you breathe more easily.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine is not suitable for patients with severe\u00a0asthma.\u00a0It can be prescribed for\u00a0asthma\u00a0in two different ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>a) Some people have prescribed two asthma inhalers: Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0and a separate attack suppressor.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>They use Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;every day, which helps prevent the onset of asthma symptoms.<\/li><li>They use their inhaler when they have asthma symptoms to make it easier to breathe again.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>b) Some people are prescribed Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;as their only asthma inhaler.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>They use Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;every day, which helps prevent the onset of asthma symptoms.<\/li><li>They also use Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;when they need an extra&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to treat asthma symptoms and make it easier to breathe again.&nbsp;They do not need a separate&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;for this.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you use Symbicort mite Turbuhaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Symbicort mite Turbuhaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>if you are allergic to budesonide, formoterol, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6), in this case,\u00a0lactose\u00a0(which contains small amounts of milk protein).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You have\u00a0diabetes.<\/li><li>You have a lung infection.<\/li><li>You have high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0or if you have ever had heart problems (including irregular heartbeat, very fast\u00a0pulse, narrowing of the\u00a0arteries,\u00a0or\u00a0heart failure\u00a0).<\/li><li>You have problems with the thyroid gland or with the adrenal glands.<\/li><li>You have low levels of\u00a0potassium\u00a0in your blood.<\/li><li>You have severe liver problems.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Symbicort mite Turbuhaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or might be using other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using any of the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Beta-blockers\u00a0(such as atenolol or propranolol for high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0), including\u00a0eye drops\u00a0(such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/timosan\/\">timolol<\/a>\u00a0for\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0).<\/li><li>Medicines for fast or irregular heartbeat (such as\u00a0quinidine\u00a0).<\/li><li>Medicines such as\u00a0digoxin\u00a0are often used for\u00a0heart failure.<\/li><li>Diuretic drugs (such as\u00a0furosemide\u00a0).\u00a0These are used against high\u00a0blood pressure.<\/li><li>Steroids\u00a0are taken by mouth (such as\u00a0prednisolone\u00a0).<\/li><li>Xanthines (such as theophylline or aminophylline).\u00a0These are often used to treat\u00a0asthma.<\/li><li>Other bronchodilators (such as\u00a0salbutamol\u00a0).<\/li><li>Tricyclic antidepressants\u00a0(such as amitriptyline) and the antidepressant nefazodone.<\/li><li>Phenthiazines (such as chlorpromazine and prochlorperazine).<\/li><li>Medicines called &#8220;HIV protease inhibitors&#8221; (such as ritonavir)\u00a0for\u00a0HIV\u00a0infection.<\/li><li>Anti-infection medicines\u00a0(such as\u00a0ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, posaconazole, clarithromycin, and telithromycin).<\/li><li>Medicines for Parkinson&#8217;s disease (such as\u00a0levodopa\u00a0).<\/li><li>Medicines for thyroid problems (such as levothyroxine).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of the above applies to you, or if you feel unsure, you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start using Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you will need anesthesia in connection with an operation or a dental procedure, you must tell your doctor or pharmacist.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor before using Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0&#8211; do not use Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0unless your doctor advises you to do so.<\/li><li>If you become pregnant while using Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler, do not stop using Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0but contact your doctor immediately.<\/li><li>If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving ability and use of machinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;has no or negligible effect on your ability to drive or use tools or machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased vigilance.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Description of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections of the package leaflet.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0Discuss with a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symbicort mite Turbuhaler contains lactose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;contains&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;which is a type of sugar.&nbsp;If you have an intolerance to some sugars, you should consult your doctor before using this medicine.&nbsp;The amount of&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;in this medicine does not normally cause problems in people who are lactose intolerant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The excipient&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;contains small amounts of milk protein, which can cause allergic reactions.<br><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Symbicort mite Turbuhaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use this medicine as directed by your doctor.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li>It is important to use Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0every day, even if you do not have any symptoms of\u00a0asthma\u00a0at the time.<\/li><li>Your doctor will check your asthma symptoms regularly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br>If you have been taking steroid tablets for\u00a0asthma\u00a0or COPD, your doctor will reduce the number of tablets you have to take when you start taking Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler.\u00a0If you have been taking steroid tablets for a long time, the doctor may want to take blood tests from time to time.\u00a0When you reduce the number of tablets, you may generally feel worse even if your chest symptoms improve.\u00a0You may get symptoms such as nasal congestion or runny nose, weakness, joint or muscle pain, or get a rash (\u00a0eczema\u00a0).\u00a0If any of the symptoms become troublesome or if you experience symptoms such as headache, fatigue, nausea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately.\u00a0You may need to change medication if you get symptoms of\u00a0allergy\u00a0or joint inflammation (\u00a0arthritis).\u00a0Contact the doctor if you are worried about continuing to use Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor may consider adding steroid tablets to your usual treatment during stressful periods (for example, if you have a respiratory infection or before surgery).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important information about your asthma symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you feel short of breath or wheezing while using Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler, you should continue to use Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler, but see a doctor as soon as possible as you may need further treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a doctor immediately if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Your breathing worsens or if you often wake up at night with\u00a0asthma.<\/li><li>You start to feel pressure on the chest in the morning or if the pressure on the chest lasts longer than usual.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These signs may indicate that your&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;is not adequately controlled and you may immediately need different or additional treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Asthma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;can be prescribed for&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;in two different ways.&nbsp;The amount of Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;to use and when to use it depends on how the preparation has been prescribed to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) If you have been prescribed Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;and a separate seizure suppressor, read the section called &#8220;a) Using Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;and a separate seizure suppressor&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) If you have been prescribed Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0as your only\u00a0inhaler, read the section called &#8220;b) Using Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0as your only asthma inhaler&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>a) Using Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;and a separate seizure suppressor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0every day<\/strong>.\u00a0This helps prevent the onset of asthma symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults (18 years and older)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 or 2 inhalations, twice a day.<\/li><li>Your doctor may increase this to 4 inhalations, twice a day.<\/li><li>If your symptoms are well controlled, your doctor may ask you to take the medicine once a day.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Youth (12 to 17 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 1 or 2 inhalations, twice a day.<\/li><li>If your symptoms are well controlled, your doctor may ask you to take the medicine once a day.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children (6 to 11 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 2 inhalations, twice a day.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;is not recommended for children under 6 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor (or asthma nurse) will help you manage your\u00a0asthma.\u00a0They will adjust the\u00a0dose\u00a0of one of the medicines to the lowest\u00a0dose\u00a0needed to control asthma.\u00a0Do not adjust the\u00a0dose\u00a0without talking to your doctor (or asthma nurse) first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use your separate attack suppressor to treat asthma symptoms when they occur.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always carry your raid chopper with you so you can use it when you need to.&nbsp;Do not use Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;to treat your asthma attacks &#8211; use your attack suppressor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>b) Using Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;as your only asthma inhaler.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only use Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;in this way if your doctor has told you to and only if you are 12 years of age or older.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use your Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;every day.&nbsp;<\/strong>This helps prevent the onset of asthma symptoms.&nbsp;You can take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 inhalation in the morning and 1 inhalation in the evening<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>or<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>2 inhalations in the morning<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>or<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>2 inhalations in the evening.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also, use Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0as a suppressor to treat asthma symptoms when they occur.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you get asthma symptoms, inhale 1 time and wait a few minutes.<\/li><li>If you do not feel better, inhale again.<\/li><li>Do not take more than 6&nbsp;inhalations&nbsp;at one time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Always carry your Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;with you so you can use it when you need to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A total daily&nbsp;dose&nbsp;of more than 8 inhalations is not normally needed.&nbsp;However, your doctor may tell you to take up to 12 inhalations per day for a limited period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you regularly need 8&nbsp;inhalations&nbsp;or more during a day, visit your doctor or nurse, they may need to change your treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use more than a total of 12 inhalations during 24 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you exercise and get asthma symptoms, use Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;as described here.&nbsp;However, do not use Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;just before exercise to prevent asthma symptoms from appearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Preparing your new Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;inhaler<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before using your\u00a0<strong>new<\/strong>\u00a0Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0<strong>for the first time<\/strong>, you need to prepare it for use as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Unscrew the protective sleeve and lift it off.\u00a0You may hear a rattling sound.<\/li><li>Hold your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0upright with the red knob facing down.<\/li><li>Turn the red knob in one direction as far as it will go.\u00a0Then turn it the other way as far as it will go (it doesn&#8217;t matter which way you turn first).\u00a0You should hear a clicking sound.\u00a0It doesn&#8217;t matter if the click comes on the first or second spin.<\/li><li>Repeat this, turning the red knob in both directions.<\/li><li>Your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0is now charged and ready to use.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to inhale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every time you need to do an\u00a0inhalation, follow the instructions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Unscrew the protective sleeve and lift it off.\u00a0You may hear a rattling sound.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>2.&nbsp;<strong>Hold your Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;upright<\/strong>&nbsp;with the red knob facing down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20000825000302#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/Sofus20Pharma\/Media\/AstraZeneca\/Symbicort\/Hur20man20inhalerar202.jpg\" alt=\"Keep your Turbuhaler upright.\" title=\"Keep your Turbuhaler upright.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Do not hold the mouthpiece when charging your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler.\u00a0To feed a\u00a0dose, turn the red knob in one direction as far as it will go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20000825000302#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/Sofus20Pharma\/Media\/AstraZeneca\/Symbicort\/Hur20man20inhalerar203.jpg\" alt=\"How to deliver a new dose.\" title=\"How to deliver a new dose.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Then turn it the other way as far as it will go (it doesn&#8217;t matter which way you turn first).&nbsp;You should hear a clicking sound.&nbsp;It doesn&#8217;t matter if the click comes on the first or second spin.&nbsp;Your Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;is now charged and ready to use.&nbsp;Only charge your Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;inhaler&nbsp;when you need to use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Keep Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0away from the mouth.\u00a0Exhale calmly (as much as feels comfortable).\u00a0Do not exhale through your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Carefully place the mouthpiece between the teeth.\u00a0Close your lips.\u00a0Breathe in through your mouth as deeply and forcefully as you can.\u00a0Do not chew or bite the mouthpiece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20000825000302#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/Sofus20Pharma\/Media\/AstraZeneca\/Symbicort\/Hur20man20inhalerar205.jpg\" alt=\"How to inhale.\" title=\"How to inhale.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>6.\u00a0<strong>Remove the Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0from the mouth.\u00a0Then exhale gently.\u00a0<\/strong>The amount of medicine that is inhaled is very small.\u00a0This means that you may not feel any taste of it after\u00a0inhaling\u00a0it.\u00a0If you have followed the instructions, you can still be sure that you have inhaled\u00a0dose\u00a0one and that the medicine is now in your lungs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. If you need to take another\u00a0dose, repeat steps 2 to 6.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. Replace the protective sleeve properly after use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20000825000302#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/Sofus20Pharma\/Media\/AstraZeneca\/Symbicort\/Hur20man20inhalerar208.jpg\" alt=\"How to replace the protective sleeve.\" title=\"How to replace the protective sleeve.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>9. Rinse your mouth with water after your daily morning and\/or evening doses, and spit the water out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not attempt to remove or twist the nozzle.\u00a0It is attached to your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0and must not be removed.\u00a0Do not use your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0if it has been damaged or if the mouthpiece has come off your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with other\u00a0inhalers, caregivers should ensure that children prescribed Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0use the correct inhalation technique, as described above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cleaning your Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;inhaler<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wipe the outside of the nozzle with a dry cloth once a week.&nbsp;Do not use water or other liquids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When is it time to start using a new\u00a0inhaler?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The dose indicator tells you how many\u00a0doses\u00a0(\u00a0inhalations\u00a0) you have left in your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler, which is 60 or 120\u00a0doses\u00a0from the start when it is fully charged.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20000825000302#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/Sofus20Pharma\/Media\/AstraZeneca\/Symbicort\/Ne4r20e4r20det20dags20att20anve4nda20en20ny20Turbohaler.jpg\" alt=\"Description of the dose indicator.\" title=\"Description of the dose indicator.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The dose indicator is marked in intervals of 10\u00a0doses.\u00a0It, therefore, does not show every\u00a0dose.<\/li><li>When you see a red mark at the edge of the indicator window, there are approximately 20\u00a0doses\u00a0left.\u00a0At the last 10\u00a0doses, the background of the dose indicator will turn red.\u00a0When &#8220;0&#8221; with a red background appears in the middle of the indicator window, you must start on a new Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Note:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The knob will still &#8216;click&#8217; when you turn it even when your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0has run out.<\/li><li>The sound you hear when you shake your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0comes from a drying agent and not from the medicine.\u00a0Therefore, the sound cannot tell you how much medicine is left in the Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler.<\/li><li>If you accidentally charge your Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0inhaler\u00a0more than once before taking your\u00a0dose, you will still only get one\u00a0dose.\u00a0However, the dose indicator will register all loaded\u00a0doses.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you have used too much Symbicort mite Turbuhaler&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example, a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for an assessment of the risk and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must take the\u00a0dose\u00a0as stated on the label on the package or as your doctor has informed you.\u00a0Do not exceed\u00a0dose\u00a0one without consulting a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common symptoms that can occur if you have used too much Symbicort\u00a0mite\u00a0Turbuhaler\u00a0are tremors, headache, and rapid heartbeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Symbicort mite Turbuhaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you forget to take a\u00a0dose, take it as soon as you remember.\u00a0If, however, it is soon time for the next\u00a0dose, skip the missed\u00a0dose\u00a0one.<\/li><li>Do\u00a0not\u00a0take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a missed\u00a0dose.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have further questions about this medicine, contact your doctor or pharmacist.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If any of the following happens, stop using Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;and contact a doctor immediately:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Swelling of the face, especially around the mouth (tongue and\/or pharynx and\/or difficulty swallowing) or\u00a0hives\u00a0together with difficulty breathing (\u00a0angioedema\u00a0) and\/or a sudden feeling of fainting.\u00a0This may mean that you have had an\u00a0allergic reaction.\u00a0This is rare, it happens to less than 1 in 1000 users.<\/li><li>Sudden,\u00a0acute\u00a0wheezing or shortness of breath after\u00a0inhaling\u00a0the medicine.\u00a0<strong>If any of these symptoms occur, stop using 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blood.<\/li><li>Taste changes, such as an unpleasant taste in the mouth.<\/li><li>Changes in&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;et.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Inhaled corticosteroids&nbsp;can affect the normal production of steroid hormones in the body, especially if you use high&nbsp;doses&nbsp;for a long time.&nbsp;The effects include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Changes in bone mineral density (thinning of the skeleton).<\/li><li>Cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye).<\/li><li>Green cataract&nbsp;(increased pressure in the eye).<\/li><li>A reduced growth rate in children and adolescents.<\/li><li>An effect on the adrenal glands (a small&nbsp;gland&nbsp;that sits next to the kidney).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The likelihood of these effects occurring is much less with inhaled&nbsp;corticosteroids&nbsp;than with cortisone tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Symbicort mite Turbuhaler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Use before the expiry date which is stated on the carton or label of the inhaler after EXP.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified\u00a0month.<\/li><li>No special storage instructions.<\/li><li>Medicines must not be thrown into the drain or among the household waste.\u00a0Ask the pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer used.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substances are budesonide and formoterol fumarate dihydrate.&nbsp;Each inhaled&nbsp;dose&nbsp;contains 80 micrograms of budesonide and 4.5 micrograms of formoterol fumarate dihydrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other ingredients are&nbsp;lactose monohydrate&nbsp;(which contains milk proteins).<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 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class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Country<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Product name and strength<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Czech Republic<\/td><td>Symbicort&nbsp;Turbohaler&nbsp;80 \u03bcg\/4.5 \u03bcg\/inhalation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Estonia<\/td><td>Symbicort&nbsp;Turbohaler&nbsp;, 80 \u03bcg\/4.5 \u03bcg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Hungary<\/td><td>Symbicort miteTurbuhaler 80 \u03bcg\/4.5 \u03bcg\/inhalation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finland<\/td><td>Symbicort&nbsp;Turbuhaler&nbsp;mite&nbsp;80 \u03bcg\/4.5 \u03bcg\/inhalation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Italy<\/td><td>Symbicort&nbsp;mite&nbsp;80 \u03bcg\/4.5 \u03bcg\/inhalation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Portugal<\/td><td>Symbicort&nbsp;Turbohaler&nbsp;80 \u03bcg\/4.5 \u03bcg\/inhalation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, 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