Pulmicort Overdose: An Overview
Pulmicort® (
budesonide inhalation) is a prescription medication used to prevent
asthma attacks. It is part of a class of asthma medications known as inhaled corticosteroids, or steroids for short. The effects of a Pulmicort overdose will vary depending on a number of factors, including how much Pulmicort was taken and whether it was taken with any other medicines, alcohol, or street drugs.
If you happen to overdose on Pulmicort, seek medical attention immediately.
Pulmicort Overdose: What Does the Research Say?
The full effects of a Pulmicort overdose are not exactly known. In studies, people have taken very large doses of Pulmicort for up to several days without experiencing serious problems. While it appears that a short-term overdose of Pulmicort is not likely to be dangerous, taking large doses of Pulmicort over a long period of time may cause serious problems.
Treatment for a Pulmicort Overdose
Given that there have been so few cases of people taking too much Pulmicort, it is also not known what the best treatment is for a Pulmicort overdose. Many people who take too much Pulmicort will not require any treatment. If a long-term overdose has occurred, treatment may be necessary. This treatment may include supportive care. This type of care consists of treating the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose.
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