Airsupra

If you're still having symptoms after using Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide), or if you need to use it more often than usual, your asthma could be getting worse. Talk to your prescriber as soon as possible so they can check your condition and adjust your treatment if needed.

• Risk factor: First use of a new canister

Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) can sometimes cause a sudden tightening of the airways called paradoxical bronchospasm, meaning your breathing might get worse instead of better. This can be life-threatening and often happens the first time you use a new inhaler canister. If you notice more wheezing, coughing, or shortness of breath after using it, stop the medication right away and contact your prescriber.

• Risk factors: History of heart problems | High blood pressure

Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) might affect your heart. If you notice a faster heartbeat, higher blood pressure, or other signs, speak with your prescriber, they might tell you to stop using it. This medication can also affect your heart rhythm, so talk to your prescriber if you have any heart conditions like heart disease or high blood pressure before starting this medication.

• Risk factors: History of allergy to albuterol or budesonide

In rare cases, Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) can cause a serious allergic reaction. Don't use this medication if you're allergic to albuterol or budesonide. Get medical attention right away if you have signs of allergic reactions, like a rash, itching, swelling of your face or tongue, trouble breathing, or chest pain.

• Risk factors: Using too much Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) | High thyroid hormone | History of seizures | Diabetes

Speak to your prescriber before using Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) if you have health conditions like seizures, high thyroid hormone, or diabetes. This inhaler can sometimes make these conditions worse or lead to serious side effects. Be sure to share your full medical history with your prescriber before starting this medication.

• Risk factor: Taking medications that can lower potassium levels

Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) can sometimes cause low potassium levels, though this is usually temporary and doesn’t need treatment. But in some cases, low potassium can affect your heart. Let your care team know if you have muscle pain or weakness, muscle cramps, or an irregular heartbeat — these could be signs of low potassium.

• Risk factors: Active, chronic (long-term), or recurrent infection | Medical conditions that weaken the immune system | Taking other medications that can weaken the immune system

Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) can make it harder for your body to fight infections. Serious infections, like tuberculosis (TB), chickenpox, and measles can be more dangerous if you're using this medication. Don't use Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) if you have an active infection or an infection that keeps coming back without talking with your prescriber first. Tell your care team right away if you have signs of an infection, like fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, or feeling very tired.

• Risk factors: Not rinsing and spitting after using Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide)

Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) can sometimes cause a yeast infection in your mouth or throat called oral thrush. If you notice white patches or a cotton-like feeling in your mouth or throat, let your prescriber know — it can usually be treated with antifungal medication. In some cases, your prescriber might have you pause treatment. To help prevent thrush, rinse your mouth with water after each dose, and spit the water out — don’t swallow it.

• Risk factors: People who are sensitive to the effects of steroids | Using too much Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide)

When you use Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) at the right dose, it’s less likely to affect your body’s natural steroid balance. But if you take too much, or if you're very sensitive to steroids, it can cause problems like high steroid levels or adrenal suppression, which means your body might not make enough of its own steroids. Let your prescriber know if you feel very tired, weak, or sick to your stomach — especially during times of stress or after surgery — as these could be signs of low steroid hormone levels.

• Risk factors: Using Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) long term | Unable to move for a long period of time | Family history of osteoporosis | Menopause | Tobacco use | Older adults | Poor diet | Taking medications that can cause bone loss

People taking Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) for a long time might have a higher risk of bone loss. If you have risk factors like being older, going through menopause, smoking, poor nutrition, long periods of inactivity, or taking certain medications that affect bone strength, your prescriber might check your bone health and recommend ways to protect it.

• Risk factors: Using Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) long term

Using Airsupra (albuterol / budesonide) for a long time can raise your risk of eye problems like glaucoma, high eye pressure, or cataracts. Let your prescriber know if you notice any changes in your vision, eye pain, or discomfort. They might refer you to an eye specialist to check for any problems.