Budesonide Formoterol Pharmacology
Budesonide/formoterol inhalation is sold under the brand name Symbicort. Budesonide/formoterol is a combination agent that is used in the management of COPD and asthma. Budesonide/formoterol is a combination of an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta-agonist. GINA guidelines now allow for the use of budesonide/formoterol in the management of acute asthma exacerbation.