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Rhinocort

Budesonide

Utilised to manage nasal allergic pathways to alleviate congestion and support airway comfort.

Active ingredient
Budesonide
Route
Nasal use
Form
Inhaler
Strengths
100mcg · 200mcg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Rhinocort, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Rhinocort vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Rhinocort details

Alternative names
budesonide
Therapeutic class
Nasal Corticosteroid
Pharmacological class
Glucocorticoid
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to budesonide
Minor side effects
nasal irritation; sneezing; headache
Moderate side effects
epistaxis; throat irritation; nasal dryness
Dosage forms
Inhaler
Administration route
Nasal use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
AstraZeneca
Onset Time
12–24 hours
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store between 2°C and 25°C. Do not freeze.
Drug interactions
Ketoconazole
Age restrictions
Approved for children over six years and adults.
Serious side effects

nasal septal perforation, requires immediate medical attention; adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

utilised to manage nasal allergic pathways to alleviate congestion and support airway comfort.

Mechanism of action

Exerts local anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting inflammatory cell migration and reducing local vascular swelling.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category B: Safety established in large pregnancy datasets. Breastfeeding: Compatible.

What you will receive

Rhinocort is the originator brand name, made by AstraZeneca. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with AstraZeneca.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Budesonide is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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