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Entocort (Budesonide)
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Only available by prescription.
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Description:
Chemical Name: BUDESONIDE (byoo-DESS-oh-nide).
ENTOCORT is a glucocorticosteroid used to treat mild to moderate Crohn's disease, which is an inflammatory disease of the bowel. It works by decreasing inflammation in the intestine and colon. The full effect of this medication is usually seen within 2 to 4 weeks.
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Directions:
Take ENTOCORT orally with or without food. If patients have a sensitive stomach, it is recommended to take this medication with food to reduce stomach irritation.
Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Use this medication on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use ENTOCORT.
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Cautions:
It is important to discuss any medical conditions you may have before taking ENTOCORT, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- have heart problems
- diabetes
- esophagus inflammation
- stomach problems
- intestinal problems
- heart attack
- ulcer
- kidney problems
- liver disease
- osteoporosis
- high blood pressure
- Glaucoma
- Cataracts
- a herpes eye infection
- a bacterial, fungal, parasitic, or viral infection
- diarrhea
- measles
- tuberculosis
- chicken pox or shingles
- if you have had a positive TB skin test or have recently been vaccinated
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if ENTOCORT may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
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Side Effects:
All medications may cause side effects, but usually patients have no, or minor, side effects. The most common side effects include:
- back pain
- changes in menstrual cycle
- dizziness
- gas
- headache
- indigestion
- nausea
- nervousness
- pain
- respiratory tract infection
- stomach pain
- tiredness
- tremor
- trouble sleeping
- vomiting
Seek medical attention immediately if any of these serious side effects occur:
- severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness)
- acne
- change in mood or behavior
- chest pain
- confusion
- severe headache
- sudden increase in weight
- swelling of the ankles
- unusual bruising
- vision changes
The above noted side effects may not require medical attention and may slowly decrease over time as your body adjusts to the medication. Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
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Product Code: 1506
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- Easy To Use
- No Side Effects
- Possibly Saved My Life
- Works Quickly
2/8/2013 5.0I have saved a lot of money. By pattytictoc from Centralia, WA - Easy To Use
- Promotes Healing
1/23/2013 5.0PRO AND CON OF ENTOCORT By " Shorty" only 4ft 11in. tall from PERU, INDIANA - Easy To Use
- For Crohn's It Works Grea
- It's Just Plain Great
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
- Reduces Pain
- Works On Many Things
- Works Quickly
- Daily Use
- For Crohns It's Great
- Traveling
12/26/2012 5.0Review of Budesonide (Entocort Generic) - Does The Job - Low Cost
- Easy To Use
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
- Reduces Pain
- Controls Chronic Colitis
- Daily Use
12/13/2012 5.0I would continue to buy this product By A greatful husband from PA USA - Easy To Use
- Gained Clinical Remission
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
- Works Quickly
11/23/2012 1.0This medicine did not work for me! By Lady on the edge from Maryland 10/24/2012 5.0i am very satisfied by the product t By wuzmarc from long island new york - Easy To Use
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
8/23/2012 5.0Excellent product - excellent service By smooth56 from Atlanta, GA - Easy To Use
- No Side Effects
- Works Quickly
8/14/2012 (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful) By GemmaK from New York, NY - Easy To Use
- No Side Effects
- Reduces Pain
By Lance Jones from Miami, Florida
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