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Budesonide without any covid symptoms.
As mentioned in digital media and Lancet journal, I bought budesonide (400mcg). The question is, "can we use it without any covid symptoms as a precautionary measure". My father(57, diabetic) and mother(50, hypothyroidism and rheumatoid arthritis). Can my parents use it as well?
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No need .in asymptotic patient.
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Should not use.... It's steroid and decreases immunity.
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Dr. Tushar Modak
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Kolkata
Nope. Never. We use steroids very judiciously. Should consult a physician before taking one
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Dr. Monil Sarode
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3 yrs exp
Pune
Never self medicate yourself.
Steroids are not recommended for any prophylactic measures against covid19 infection.
For further assistance kindly take a consultation.
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