Symbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg Turbuhaler is used for what?
\nSymbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg is used to control symptoms of asthma and prevent symptoms such as wheezing in children and adults from age 6 and older. COPD is a long-term chronic lung disease that includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both.
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\nSymbicort 160mcg/4.5mcg can be used for long-term to improve symptoms of COPD for better breathing and to reduce the number of flare-ups. 
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Precautions & Warnings
\nOne should talk to a concerned doctor before you take this medicine if you are:
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Allergic to any of the components in this medicine 
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Have high blood pressure 
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Have an immune system problem 
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Have heart, liver, or thyroid problems 
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Have any type of viral, fungal, bacterial, or parasitic infection
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Are exposed to chickenpox or measles
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Interactions 
\nYou should Inform your doctor if you are taking:
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Over-the-counter medicines, herbal supplements, or vitamins.
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Anti-HIV or Antifungal medicines
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Directions for use
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Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor suggests you.
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Symbicort comes in 2 strengths. One should take daily 2 puffs in the morning and 2 puffs in the evening about 12 hours apart.
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Rinse your mouth with water and spit the water out after each dose of Symbicort. You should not swallow the water.
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By mistake, if you get Symbicort in your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with normal water, if your eyes get redness or irritation persists, consult your concerned doctor. 
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Do not take too much Symbicort
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If you miss a dose, you should take your next dose at the same time as you regularly do.
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Do not stop any medicines used to control or treat your breathing problems
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Side Effects of Symbicort 
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Common Side Effects
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Back pain
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Throat irritation or pain
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Inflammation of mucous membranes of the sinuses
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Upper respiratory tract infection
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Sinusitis (sinus infection)
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Nasal congestion
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Headache
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Vomiting 
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Stomach discomfort
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Slowed growth in children
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Thrush in mouth and throat
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Serious Side Effects
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Increased blood pressure
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Chest pain
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Tremor, Nervousness
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Adrenal insufficiency 
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Increased wheezing 
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Lower bone mineral density
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Eye problems including cataracts and glaucoma
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Serious allergic reactions including hives, rash, swelling of the face, mouth, or tongue, and breathing problems.
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