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The information on this sheet is based on approvals granted by the Japanese regulatory authority. Approval details may vary by country. Medicines have adverse reactions (risks) as well as efficacies (benefits). It is important to minimize adverse reactions and maximize efficacy. To obtain a better therapeutic response, patients should understand their medication and cooperate with the treatment.
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Brand name :
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Pulmicort Respules 0.5mg
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Dosage form:
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white to slightly yellowish white, inhaler, ampuled suspension liquid
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Print on wrapping:
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パルミコート吸入液0.5mg
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Effects of this medicine
This medicine is inhaled steroid used to prevent asthma attack by controlling airway inflammation.
Normally used for bronchial asthma treatment.
This medicine is not for relieving asthma attack that has already occurred.
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Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist
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If you have ever experienced any allergic reaction (itch, rash etc.) to any medicine.
If you have infections, deep mycosis or tuberculosis which are not controllable by any antibacterial drugs.
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
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Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)
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Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is << to be written by a healthcare professional>>
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General dosage regimen: Use a neblizer to inhale.
For adults, take 1 ampule (0.5mg of the active ingredient) at a time, 2 times a day; or, take 2 ampules (2mg of the active ingredient) once a day. It should be adjusted according to the patient's condition; however, daily dosage should not exceed 4 ampules (2mg of the active ingredient).
For infants/children (ages 6 months old to below 15 years old), take 0.25mg of the active ingredient at a time, 2 times a day; or, take 1 ampule (0.5mg of the active ingredient) once a day. It should be adjusted according to the patient's condition; however, daily dosage should not exceed 2 ampules (1mg of the active ingredient). This preparation contains 0.5 mg in an ampule.
Strictly follow the instructions of your doctor/pharmacist.
Read carefully, the instruction leaflet,“To Patients/Guardians Using Pulmicort Respules.”
This medicine is to be inhaled via a jet nebulizer. Nebulizer’s instruction and specification vary depending on the model. Consult your doctor/pharmacist and learn how to use before dosing
Gently swing the ample, no bubble, to stir the suspension before use.
Do not mix with other solutions unless otherwise instructed by your doctor. If you need to mix the solution with something else, check with your doctor/pharmacist beforehand.
After inhaling, gargle or rinse your mouth (if it is difficult, take some fluid) and wash the face with water.
Discard any remaining liquid in the ampule/nebulizer, do not use it.
DO NOT swallow/get this medicine into eyes.
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If you are ordered to use this medicine on regular schedule and you missed a dose, inhale a dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT inhale a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
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If you have taken or believe you may have taken excessive Pulmicort Inhalant Liquid 0.5mg, check with your doctor/pharmacist immediately.
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If asthmatic condition changes during the treatment course, check with your doctor. DO NOT reduce or stop inhalation without the instructions of your doctor even if the asthmatic symptoms are gone and you feel well.
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Precautions while taking this medicine
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Possible adverse reactions to this medicine
Common side effects are reported as below. If any of them occurs, check with your doctor/pharmacist:
Adults: sore/irritated throat.
Infants/children: Restlessness due to overactive motor nerve, oral Candidiasis, sore/irritated throat, chilitis, canker sores, dermatitis.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
No pertinent entries.
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
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Storage conditions and other information
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Keep out of reach of children. Store away from light, heat, humidity and not to be frozen.
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Unused ampules must be kept inside the aluminum bag, away from direct sunlight, heat and humidity and not to be frozen (expiration duration for use is 2 months after opening the aluminum bag).
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After the treatment is over, discard any remaining medicine/amples, do not store them.
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