SYMBICORT 160/4.5 for COPD

COPD Symptoms

COPD symptoms keep many people from making plans for their day and from doing the things they enjoy most. Common COPD symptoms include the following:

  • Constant coughing, also called “smoker’s cough”
  • Shortness of breath while doing activities
  • Excessive sputum production
  • Feelings of not being able to breathe
  • Inability to take a deep breath
  • Wheezing

Fortunately, there are COPD maintenance medications that combine two medicines to help reduce COPD symptoms. SYMBICORT helps significantly improve lung function, starting within 5 minutes.* Remember, SYMBICORT will not replace a rescue inhaler for sudden COPD symptoms.

SYMBICORT helps make a significant difference in breathing,* so you can do more of what you want to do.

*Individual results may vary.

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SYMBICORT makes a significant difference in breathing.

Individual results may vary.

The information on this Web site should not take the place of talking with your doctor or health care provider about how to manage and treat your COPD. If you have any questions about your condition, or if you would like more information about SYMBICORT or COPD, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Only you and your doctor can decide if SYMBICORT is right for you.

Approved Uses for COPD

SYMBICORT 160/4.5 is for adults with COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. You should only take 2 inhalations of SYMBICORT twice a day. Higher doses will not provide additional benefits.

Important Safety Information about SYMBICORT for COPD

Call your doctor if you notice any of the following symptoms: change in amount or color of sputum, fever, chills, increased cough, or increased breathing problems. People with COPD may have a higher chance of pneumonia.

SYMBICORT may increase your risk of osteoporosis and some eye problems (cataracts or glaucoma). You should have regular eye exams. Thrush in the mouth and throat may occur.

Tell your doctor if you have a heart condition or high blood pressure before taking SYMBICORT. Do not use SYMBICORT with other long-acting beta2-agonists for any reason. SYMBICORT does not replace fast-acting inhalers for sudden symptoms.

Talk to your doctor about prescription SYMBICORT.

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You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

This product information is intended for US customers only.

SYMBICORT is a registered trademark of the AstraZeneca group of companies.