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Can i take symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) on an empty stomach?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: It can be used prior to eating, but it is important to rinse your mouth after use.

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/19/2015

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