Symbicort

Symbicort (budesonide/formoterol) is a prescription medication used to treat Asthma, COPD. A widely advertised maintenance inhaler that combines a steroid and a long-acting bronchodilator for asthma and COPD.

An inhaled steroid reduces airway inflammation while a long-acting beta agonist keeps airways open.

Commonly reported side effects of Symbicort include Throat irritation, Oral thrush, Hoarseness, Headache, and Tremor. This is not a complete list — tell your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects you experience.

Symbicort does not carry an FDA Boxed Warning, but every prescription medicine has risks and possible interactions. Always follow your doctor's instructions and read the medication guide that comes with it.

The active ingredient in Symbicort is budesonide/formoterol, which belongs to a class of medicines known as ICS/LABA Inhaler.

Symbicort is manufactured by AstraZeneca. It was first approved in 2006.

You may be able to lower the cost of Symbicort by using a free pharmacy discount card or by comparing prices across pharmacies before you fill your prescription. Savings vary by pharmacy and location.