Composition and form of the release of Pulmicorta
The drug reduces obstruction in the bronchi, has an anti-inflammatory effect. Also, the drug gives an anti-anaphylactic effect. All this is due to the action of the main component - budesonide. The medicine is presented in two forms:
- Suspension for inhalation. Each package includes 20 special containers, the volume of each 2 ml. Such a suspension may contain either 250 μg / ml, or 500 μg / ml of the main component.
- Powder for inhalation (Pulmicort Turbuhaler). It can be produced in 200 doses with a content of 100 μg of active substance or 100 doses with 200 μg of budesonide in a metered dose inhaler.
Efficacy of Pulmicort in children with laryngitis
Usually the drug is prescribed for bronchial asthma in order to prevent seizures. Also, doctors recommend a suspension for inhalation of Pulmicort by a nebulizer for obstructive laryngitis in children. The effect of the drug does not occur immediately, the effect becomes noticeable after regular use.
Scheme of drug administration
In treatment, it is important to choose the dose and duration of the course, taking into account individual characteristics. According to the instructions Pulmicort for inhalations for children from 6 months with laryngitis is used in such dosages. At first the daily dose is 250-500 mcg, then the doctor will adjust the appointments taking into account the condition of the baby.
Contraindications and side effects
In the case of concomitant bacterial infections, viral respiratory diseases, with their fungal lesions, doctors prescribe the drug with caution. Since the drug is able to reduce local immunity, which means that the condition can worsen. The drug is contraindicated for children up to six months, as well as with individual intolerance budesonide.
Side-effects can be:
- allergic reactions, for example, urticaria, dermatitis;
- bronchospasm;
- dry mouth, candidiasis of the oral cavity, hoarseness.
It is necessary to inform the doctor about the reactions that have appeared.
Analogues of Pulmicort
The drug can be replaced with such medicines Budesonid, Tafen Novolayzer, Novopulmon E Novolayzer. It is important to note that all these drugs can be used only for those children who are 6 years old. It is impossible to make a decision on replacing a medicine yourself, you need to consult a specialist.