This combination product contains two medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to the group of medications known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the swelling in the airways of the lungs. Formoterol belongs to the group of medications known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles surrounding the airways and allowing the airways to open. Symbicort Turbuhaler i...More on Symbicort Turbuhaler indication

Salbutamol and ipratropium belong to the family of medications known as bronchodilators. Together, they are used to treat COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) (COPD), a chronic lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. These medications work in different ways to open the airways and make breathing easier. Combivent Respimat may be available under multiple brand names and/or in sever...More on Combivent Respimat indication

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Symbicort Turbuhaler. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Symbicort Turbuhaler with your doctor. The...More on Symbicort Turbuhaler side effects

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Combivent Respimat. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Combivent Respimat with your doctor....More on Combivent Respimat side effects

Do not use Symbicort Turbuhaler if you are allergic to budesonide, formoterol, or inhaled lactose....More on Symbicort Turbuhaler contraindications

Do not use ipratropium - salbutamol inhalation solution if you: are allergic to salbutamol, ipratropium, or any ingredients of Combivent Respimat are allergic to atropine or related medications have certain types of abnormal heart rhythms (tachyarrhythmias) have certain types of heart disease (hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy)...More on Combivent Respimat contraindications

There may be an interaction between budesonide - formoterol turbuhaler and any of the following: Aldesleukin Alfuzosin Amiodarone amphetamines (e.g., Dextroamphetamine, Lisdexamfetamine) antipsychotics (e.g., Chlorpromazine, Clozapine, Haloperidol, Olanzapine, Quetiapine, Risperidone) Atomoxetine azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, Voriconazole) beta-blocker...More on Symbicort Turbuhaler precautions

There may be an interaction between ipratropium – salbutamol inhalation solution and any of the following: aclidinium Amiodarone amphetamines (e.g., Dextroamphetamine, Lisdexamfetamine) antihistamines (e.g., cetirizine, doxylamine, Diphenhydramine, Hydroxyzine, Loratadine) antipsychotics (e.g., Chlorpromazine, Clozapine, Haloperidol, Olanzapine, Quetiapine, Risperidone) Atomoxe...More on Combivent Respimat precautions