Budenase AQ 100 mcg Nasal Spray

Budenase AQ 100 mcg Nasal Spray is a budesonide corticosteroid nasal spray used to help control inflammation in the nose. Each spray delivers 100 micrograms of budesonide, and a strip/box contains 10 packs of the product. It belongs to the corticosteroid class and is used for allergic rhinitis symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, congestion, and nasal itching. This medicine is for regular symptom control, not for instant relief of a sudden asthma or allergy flare.

How it works: Budesonide works by calming the swelling and irritation inside the nasal passages. In spray form, it coats the lining of the nose so the anti-inflammatory effect can start working where symptoms begin.

The Budenase AQ 100 mcg Nasal Spray strength is a higher-strength budesonide spray for people whose symptoms need a stronger prescribed dose rather than a lower-strength option. A doctor may choose this strength when milder doses are not enough or when steadier control is needed, and the benefit is usually felt after regular use rather than immediately after the first spray. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand here, Budenase AQ 100 mcg Nasal Spray should be used exactly as prescribed for the nasal symptoms your clinician is treating.

• Allergic rhinitis
• Nasal congestion from inflammation
• Sneezing and runny nose
• Itchy nose
• Seasonal or year-round allergy symptoms

• Prime the spray as directed before first use if the pump has not been used for several days.
• Shake the bottle if the product instructions say to do so, then gently blow your nose before use.
• Close one nostril, place the tip into the other nostril, and spray while breathing in gently through the nose.
• Avoid spraying directly onto the nasal septum or inhaling hard, which can irritate the nose.
• Use it at the same time each day if your doctor has told you to use it regularly.
• Do not share the nasal spray with anyone else, even if symptoms seem similar.

Each spray of Budenase AQ 100 mcg Nasal Spray provides 100 micrograms of budesonide. The number of sprays and how often it is used depend on the condition being treated and the prescriber’s instructions; some patients use it once daily, while others may need divided doses, but the doctor decides the exact schedule. The maximum daily dose must not be exceeded without medical advice, especially with this higher-strength spray.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Budesonide may include:

• Nose irritation or burning
• Dry nose
• Sneezing after spraying
• Sore throat
• Nosebleeds
• Unpleasant taste or smell

• Use only as prescribed, since Budenase AQ 100 mcg Nasal Spray is a higher-strength corticosteroid spray.
• Tell your doctor if you have recent nasal surgery, injury, ulcers, or frequent nosebleeds.
• Use caution if you have glaucoma, cataracts, or a history of eye pressure problems.
• Long-term or high-dose use may affect growth in children and teens, so monitoring may be needed.
• Let your clinician know if you have active or recent infections, including tuberculosis, fungal, bacterial, or viral infections.
• If symptoms do not improve after regular use, contact your doctor rather than increasing the dose yourself.
• Do not use this spray to treat sudden breathing problems or an acute asthma attack.

• Other corticosteroids, including oral, inhaled, or nasal steroids
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, or cobicistat
• Immunosuppressive medicines that can increase infection risk
• Live vaccines if you are using long-term corticosteroid therapy
• Other nasal sprays or decongestants may increase irritation if used together too often

Store Budenase AQ 100 mcg Nasal Spray at room temperature, keep the bottle tightly closed, and protect it from heat, freezing, and contamination.