Breyna inhaler is used to controll and prevent signs wheezing and shortness of breath caused by asthma or lung disease including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It contains 2 medicines budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of medicines called corticosteroids. It works by reducing irritation and inflammation of the airways. Formoterol belongs to a class of medicines called long-acting beta agonists. It help by relaxing the muscles around your airways so they open up and you can breathe easy.
Pricing information
- For in-store pricing, call your local Walgreens Pharmacylocator. For online pricing, call 877-250-5823.
Drug Dosage
- Breyna 160/4.5mcg Oral Inh(120 Inh)
- Breyna 160/4.5mcg Oral Inh(120 Inh)
- Breyna 80/4.5mcg Oral Inh (120 Inh)
How to Use Breyna Inhaler
Read the Patient Information Leaflet and Directions for Use provided by your pharmacist before you start using this medicine and each time you need a refill. Follow the instructions given for the correct use of this medicine. If you have any queries, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Follow the directions for priming the inhaler if you are using it for the first time, if you have not used it for more than 7 days, or if you have dropped it. When priming the inhaler, be sure to spray away from your face to avoid getting the medicine in your eyes.
Shake well the inhaler for 5 seconds before each use. Inhale this medicine by mouth as directed by your doctor, frequently twice a day (morning and night, 12 hours apart).
What are the Side Effects of Breyna Inhalar?
Get immediatly medical help if you have symptoms of an allergic reaction hives; problem in breathing; swelling of your face, tongue, lips or throat.
Call your doctor right away if you have:
- Increased breathing problems
- Sores or white areas in your mouth and throat, pain when swallowing
- Shaking, nervousness, chest pain, fast or racing heartbeat
- Coughing up phlegm, feeling short of breath
- Wheezing, choking, or other breathing difficulties after using this drug
- Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or redness, or seeing halos around lights
- flu symptoms: fever, chills, body aches, uncommon tiredness
- High blood sugar: increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity breath odor
- Low potassium levels–leg pain, constipation, irregular heartbeats, pounding in the chest, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling
- Symptoms of a hormonal disorder: fatigue or weakness, feeling dizzy, nausea, vomiting.
Caution
Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctor, nurses, pharmacist, and dentist. Talk to your doctor if you have high blood sugar (diabetes). This medicine may raise your blood sugar. It may take up to 2 weeks to see the full effect. Call your doctor right away if you have trouble breathing, if your rescue inhaler does not work as well, or if you need to use more of your rescue inhaler.
Do not use more of this medicine or use it more often than directed. Deaths have occurred when too much of this type of drug has been taken. Talk to your doctor. Very serious and sometimes fatal side effects can occur when switching from an oral steroid to another form of steroid. Symptoms may include weakness, feeling tired, dizziness, upset stomach, getting high, not thinking clearly, or low blood sugar.
General Drug Fact
Call your doctor if your symptoms or health problems do not recover or if they get worse. Do not share your medicines with others or take anyone else’s medicines. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. Be ready to explain or show what was taken, how much, and when.
