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My 10 month old is prescribed to take budesonide once daily for his asthma. is this safe for long term use?
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Baby Budesonide: Only your Dr can answer this as your team knows your baby best.
Answered 12/18/2015
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Yes: While this is a steroid preparation, the use as an inhalant allows it to go directly to the lungs where its action is needed. It is broken down by metabolism quickly, reducing total body exposure that would come with oral or injected meds.
Answered 4/24/2016
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