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A member asked:

Is it safe to be on budesonide indefinitely? i have taken it for 14 years and only recently developed skin thinning. i can't take other drugs.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: It may be associated with some adverse effects which I would suggest reviewing in the product insert, rinsing your mouth after use, and avoiding smoke. A virtual appointment may be booked online to review your labs and action plan.

Answered 11/14/2015

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