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MEDICAL INFORMATION
Budesonide Key Facts
What dosages is Budesonide available in?
Budesonide is available as a 3 mg oral capsule.
What is Budesonide used for?
Budesonide is a corticosteroid and is used to treat active, mild-to-moderate Crohn’s disease in people 8 years and older, and for the maintenance of remission of Crohn’s disease in adults.
How does Budesonide work?
Budesonide is a corticosteroid. It works inside of your intestines (bowels) to lower inflammation (swelling and irritation). This helps lower symptoms of Crohn’s disease.
How do I take Budesonide?
Budesonide is typically given at doses up to 9 mg by mouth every morning. Your dose might differ if you have liver problems.
Is it safe for me to take Budesonide?
Budesonide is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Budesonide Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Budesonide include:
- Headache
- Infection in your air passages
- Nausea
- Back pain
- Dizziness
- Upset stomach or indigestion
- Gas
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
- Feeling tired
- Pain
- Diarrhea
- Sinus inflammation
- Viral infection
- Joint pain
Budesonide Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Budesonide. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reactions: rash, hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, or throat
- Infections: unexplained fever, chills, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, pain, aches, infections that won’t get better
- Hormone changes: swelling of ankles, bruising easily, fatty lump or hump between shoulders
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Budesonide
The following medications may interact with Budesonide:
- CYP3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, grapefruit juice) – Can increase systemic Budesonide concentrations. Should avoid use
Who makes Budesonide?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Budesonide safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Budesonide will harm your unborn baby. Animal studies, however, suggest that excessive use of steroids can cause harm to unborn babies. You should talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medication if you are pregnant.
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