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Respiratory

Budesonide/formoterol

Symbicort

Generic nameBudesonide/formoterol
Brand nameSymbicort
Medication classICS/LABA
Typical adult example1-2 inhalations
FrequencyUsually BID; some regimens also PRN
Common uses

Recognition cues

  • Asthma and COPD controller therapy
EMS relevance

Assessment context

  • ICS/LABA; ask whether used as maintenance and/or reliever plan.