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  • Female
  • 28 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm 28 and have been using Budamate 200 respules for about four months now. I haven't had any attacks during this time and stopped taking it a week ago without any problems. I'm just curious about whether I should stop taking it entirely or if I should continue. If I should keep taking it, how much longer should I be on this medication?

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Yes,continue same treatment. As advised by the physician.Patient is advised budesonide 200 whenever breathing difficulty is present on sos basis you can continue same treatment.

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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