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Budecort CR Capsule
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Budecort CR Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. It helps relieve pain and inflammation caused by the condition.
Budecort CR Capsule may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. Take it regularly and at the same time each day for maximum benefits. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable only after a few days, so continue taking even until you finish the dose.
The most common side effects include headache, respiratory infection, nausea, back pain, dizziness, indigestion, and flatulence. You may also experience other side effects, talk to your doctor if you are worried about them.
Before taking Budecort CR Capsule, you should tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis, any infections in your mouth or lungs, or liver disease. While taking it you may be more at risk of getting infections so stay away from people with colds and flu. If you use Budecort CR Capsule for a long time it may cause weak bones (osteoporosis) and damage to your eyes (glaucoma or cataracts). You might need tests for bone density and eye pressure. Ask your doctor whether it is safe to take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Budecort CR Capsule may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. Take it regularly and at the same time each day for maximum benefits. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable only after a few days, so continue taking even until you finish the dose.
The most common side effects include headache, respiratory infection, nausea, back pain, dizziness, indigestion, and flatulence. You may also experience other side effects, talk to your doctor if you are worried about them.
Before taking Budecort CR Capsule, you should tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis, any infections in your mouth or lungs, or liver disease. While taking it you may be more at risk of getting infections so stay away from people with colds and flu. If you use Budecort CR Capsule for a long time it may cause weak bones (osteoporosis) and damage to your eyes (glaucoma or cataracts). You might need tests for bone density and eye pressure. Ask your doctor whether it is safe to take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Budecort Capsule CR
Benefits of Budecort Capsule CR
In Treatment of Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. Budecort CR Capsule relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should drink plenty of fluids while taking on treatment with this medicine to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Budecort Capsule CR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Budecort
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Depression
- Joint pain
- Cushing syndrome
- Dyspepsia
- Increased risk of infection
- Muscle pain
- Muscle weakness
- Muscle twitching
- Osteoporosis
- Irritability
- Euphoria (feeling of intense excitement and happiness)
- Constipation
- Nausea
How to use Budecort Capsule CR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Budecort CR Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Budecort Capsule CR works
Budecort CR Capsule is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that cause the inner surface of the large intestine (colon and rectum) to become ulcerated and inflamed (swollen) resulting in pain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Budecort CR Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Budecort CR Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Budecort CR Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Budecort CR Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Budecort CR Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Budecort CR Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Budecort CR Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Budecort CR Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Budecort CR Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease as the data available in these patients is very limited.
Use of Budecort CR Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease as the data available in these patients is very limited.
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Fact Box
Chemical Class
Inhalational Corticosteriods
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Inhalational Corticosteriods
Interaction with drugs
Taking Budecort with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Budecort Capsule CR for?
Irritable bow*
50%
Asthma
50%
*Irritable bowel syndrome
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
FAQs
Q. Is Budecort CR Capsule effective?
Budecort CR Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Budecort CR Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Does Budecort CR Capsule cause bone loss?
Budecort CR Capsule being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take Budecort CR Capsule in high doses and for a very long time. Take Budecort CR Capsule as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Budecort CR Capsule?
If you forget a dose of Budecort CR Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Does Budecort CR Capsule weaken the immune system?
Budecort CR Capsule may weaken the immune system; however, it is more common in people who take Budecort CR Capsule orally (tablet or capsule).
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