Entocort CR
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Entocort CR
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We will deliver the Indian brand medicine based on availability.
Product Introduction:
Budesonide is a corticosteroid medication that is primarily used to treat asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and inflammatory bowel diseases (such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis). It is available in various forms including inhalers, nebulizers, nasal sprays, and oral capsules.
Uses:
- Asthma: Budesonide is commonly used as a maintenance treatment for asthma to reduce inflammation in the airways and prevent asthma attacks.
- COPD: It is also prescribed for COPD to reduce inflammation in the airways and improve breathing.
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Budesonide is used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis by reducing inflammation in the intestines.
Benefits:
- Effectively reduces inflammation in the airways and intestines.
- Helps in preventing asthma attacks and improving breathing in patients with asthma and COPD.
- Can induce remission in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases, helping to control symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding.
Side Effects:
Common side effects of budesonide may include:
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Nasal irritation (if using nasal spray)
- Cough
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Difficulty sleeping
Less common but more serious side effects may include:
- Severe allergic reactions
- Increased risk of infections
- Glaucoma or cataracts (with prolonged use of high doses)
- Decreased bone density (with prolonged use of high doses)
Safety Advice:
- Follow the prescribed dosage and usage instructions provided by your healthcare provider.
- Rinse your mouth with water and spit after using inhalation forms to prevent oral thrush.
- Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as budesonide may interact with certain drugs.
- Do not stop taking budesonide abruptly without consulting your doctor, as sudden discontinuation can lead to worsening of symptoms.
- Regularly monitor for any signs of infection or changes in vision while using budesonide.
- Inform your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding before using budesonide.
Interaction with Drugs:
Budesonide may interact with the following drugs:
- Ketoconazole and other strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: These drugs can increase the blood levels of budesonide, increasing the risk of side effects.
- Rifampicin and other strong CYP3A4 inducers: These drugs can decrease the blood levels of budesonide, reducing its effectiveness.
- Other corticosteroids: Concurrent use of budesonide with other corticosteroids may increase the risk of systemic corticosteroid side effects.
More Information:
For more information on budesonide, including detailed usage instructions and potential side effects, you can visit the MedlinePlus website: Budesonide – MedlinePlus
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each Month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.