Inhalopédia | Inhalers

Class
- Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)
Active ingredient
- Budesonide
Device
- Turbuhaler®
Inhalers techniques and maintenance
Age
- 6 +
Typical use
- Asthma
  Initial controller
Asthma management principles
- COPD (off-label)
  in addition to a dual bronchodilation (LAMA/LABA) when exacerbating
COPD management principles
Marketed strength
- 100 mcg
- 200 mcg
- 400 mcg
Number of doses
- 200 doses
Dose indicator
- Yes | Indicator
Usual adult dosage
- Low | 200 mcg – 1 inh BID
  Medium | 400 mcg – 1 inh BID
  High | 400 mcg – 2 inh BID
  Maximum daily dose: 2400 mcg
ICS dosing
Usual pediatric dosage
- 6-11 years
  Low | 100 mcg – 1 inh BID
  Medium | 200 mcg – 1 inh BID
  
  12-17 years
  See adult dosage
ICS dosing
Required inspiratory flow
- > 30 - 60 L/min
  Medium-high internal resistance (R4)
Inspiratory flows
Public coverage
- All provinces | Open/Regular Benefit
Advantages
- Only powder without lactose
Disadvantages
- BID dosing
- Unprecise dose counter
Side effects

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