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A glucocorticoid used in the management of asthma, the treatment of various skin disorders, and allergic rhinitis.


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Asthma
A form of bronchial disorder associated with airway obstruction, marked by recurrent attacks of paroxysmal dyspnea, with wheezing due to spasmodic contraction of the bronchi.
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Rhinitis
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose.
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 Pharmacologic Action
  • Anti Inflammatory Agent
    Substances that reduce or suppress inflammation.
  • Bronchodilator Agent
    Agents that cause an increase in the expansion of a bronchus or bronchial tubes.



Free Full Text 19 Jul 2008
Anaphylactic-like reaction associated with oral budesonide
Corticosteroids have antiallergic properties, which should reduce the likelihood of anaphylactic-like reactions. We describe a patient with an anaphylactic-like reaction associated with oral budesonide and apparent cross reactivity with mesalazine.
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Burden of corticosteroids in children with asthma in primary care: retrospective observational study
In primary care, asthma and rhinitis are common paediatric comorbidities for which long term inhaled or nasal corticosteroid may be prescribed. Atopic children may receive both, resulting in high cumulative doses of topical corticosteroids and increasing the risk of adverse effects.
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Categorizing Asthma Severity: An Overview of National Guidelines
Asthma is an inflammatory disease of the airways associated with intermittent episodes of bronchospasm. Corticosteroids are the most effective anti-inflammatory class of medication currently available for the treatment of asthma. However, as higher doses of inhaled corticosteroids are used the risks of systemic exposure and side effects will correspondingly increase.
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