Rhinocort
Budesonide nasal inhaler for hay fever and nasal polyps. It reduces inflammation in the nasal passages.
- Category
- Allergy Relief
- Active ingredient
- Budesonide
- Route
- Nasal use
- Form
- Nasal inhaler
- Strengths
- 100mcg · 200mcg
Rhinocort is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Rhinocort on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Allergic Rhinitis · Nasal Polyps
- Alternative names
- budesonide
- Therapeutic class
- Nasal Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
- Glucocorticoid
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to budesonide
- Minor side effects
- nasal irritation; sneezing; headache
- Moderate side effects
- epistaxis; throat irritation; nasal dryness
- Dosage forms
- Nasal inhaler
- Administration route
- Nasal use
- Originator
- AstraZeneca
- Onset Time
- 12–24 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store between 2°C and 25°C. Do not freeze.
- Drug interactions
- Ketoconazole
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over six years and adults.
Serious side effects
nasal septal perforation, requires immediate medical attention; adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Budesonide nasal inhaler for hay fever and nasal polyps. It reduces inflammation in the nasal passages.
Mechanism of action
Exerts local anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting inflammatory cell migration and reducing local vascular swelling.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Is the Rhinocort sold here the original brand?
No. Rhinocort is the original brand, made by AstraZeneca, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (budesonide) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Rhinocort cost in South Africa?
It depends on the strength and pack. Rhinocort comes in 100mcg and 200mcg strengths, in packs of 1 to 10 inhalers, and the price of every option is shown above in rand, converted from US dollars. Larger packs cost less per inhaler.
Payment and prices →Is Rhinocort sold under other names?
On Direct Meds the same ingredient is also sold as Budecort Inhaler.
What is Rhinocort used for?
Rhinocort contains budesonide, used for allergic rhinitis and nasal polyps.
When does Rhinocort start working?
Budesonide usually starts to work within 12 to 24 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. The exact timing differs between people.
Does Rhinocort have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of budesonide are nasal irritation, sneezing and headache. Less common ones include epistaxis, throat irritation and nasal dryness. Serious but less common side effects include nasal septal perforation and adrenal suppression, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Rhinocort interact with?
Budesonide can interact with ketoconazole. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Rhinocort.
Is Rhinocort available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Rhinocort. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I buy Rhinocort online in South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Rhinocort names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Budesonide at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.