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Adverse drug reaction overview1

The type and intensity of undesirable effects are similar between SYMBICORT TURBUHALER and its components, budesonide and formoterol.No increased incidence of adverse reactions has been seen following concurrent administration of the two compounds.

 

 

The most common drug related adverse reactions are pharmacologically predictable side-effects of beta2-agonist therapy, such as headaches, tremor, palpitations, and coughing, which tend to be mild and disappear within a few days of treatment.

The type and intensity of undesirable effects are similar between SYMBICORT TURBUHALER and its components, budesonide and formoterol.No increased incidence of adverse reactions has been seen following concurrent administration of the two compounds.

 

The most common drug related adverse reactions are pharmacologically predictable side-effects of beta2-agonist therapy, such as headaches, tremor, palpitations, and coughing, which tend to be mild and disappear within a few days of treatment.

Common adverse reactions (1%-10%) associated with use of budesonide or formoterol

Palpitations, Candida infections in the oropharynx, pneumonia (in COPD patients), headache, tremor, mild irritation in the throat, coughing, and hoarseness

Please see the Product Monograph for more information on adverse reactions.

COPD: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Reference:

  • Symbicort® Turbuhaler® Product Monograph. AstraZeneca Canada Inc. February 8, 2021.
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