Budesonide is an anti-inflammatory drug. It works by reducing the body's natural defense mechanism. It is available as inhalers, pills, nasal spray, and rectal forms. They are used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is also used to treat other bowel conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
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My voice is so hoarse I can barely speak. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, Good day to you. I had post-nasal drip all last week. Yesterday, it was going away, but today I woke up, and my voice was almost gone. I can barely speak. My throat does not hurt. It just feels a little scratchy, with the constant clearing of the throat, too, and I have developed a cou... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You seem to have a typical case of laryngitis associated with a viral infection. You should rest the voice, that is, speak less until you feel like the symptoms are resolving. Avoid throat clearing as it irritates the throat further and hinders healing. Steam inhala... Read Full »