Budesonide Inhalation Suspension
Nebusal is a hypertonic saline solution administered via nebulization. It is primarily used to help hydrate and loosen thick mucus secretions in the respiratory tract, making it easier to clear airways through coughing or suctioning. This medication is commonly prescribed for patients with cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, or other conditions involving viscous airway secretions.
Nebusal is a nebulized saline solution that helps loosen and clear thick mucus from the airways.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1146214
- Generic
- Nebusal
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Treatment of conditions with thick, viscous airway secretions including cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, and other chronic respiratory conditions where mucus clearance is impaired.
Delivers a concentrated salt solution directly to the airways via nebulizer, where it humidifies and thins respiratory secretions, facilitating easier clearance through coughing or airway suction.
For respiratory tract use only via nebulization. May cause bronchospasm in some patients; a bronchodilator may be prescribed to use beforehand. Dosage varies by age and condition. Not for intravenous or injection use. Use only as directed by a healthcare provider.
Official drug label
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