| Brand Name | Uceris Foam |
| Generic Name | Budesonide |
| Drug Class | Prokinetic Agent |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Bausch Health |
| Indications | Mild-to-moderate distal ulcerative colitis (proctitis/proctosigmoiditis) |
| Type | Tablet |
| Doses | 2 mg per rectal foam, once or twice daily |
| Route | Rectal (foam) |
| Side Effects | Headache, nausea, respiratory infection, adrenal suppression (long-term) |
| Interactions | CYP3A4 substrate; avoid with strong inhibitors/inducers |
| Overdose | Overdose may cause severe digestive symptoms and electrolyte imbalances. |
| Missed Dose | If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. |
| Contraindications | Untreated fungal infections, TB, systemic infection. |
| Alternatives | Prednisone, Methylprednisolone, Hydrocortisone |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available Rx |
| Patient Assistance Program | Not available |
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Budesonide is a medication that is applied to bowel diseases that are inflammatory like Crohn niques disease and ulcerative colitis by decreasing inflammation in the bowel. It is also applied in treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis.
Budesonide functions by decreasing the inflammation of the bowels or lungs by inhibiting the formation of inflammatory substances in the body.
The most frequent ones are a headache, nausea, abdominal pains, and predisposition to infections. With prolonged use it can result in adrenal suppression or osteoporosis.
Depending on the condition treated, budesonide may be administered as a tablet or capsule by mouth, inhaler or nasal spray. Take the right amount and the proper mode of administration as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Yes, Budesonide is generally claimed as a corticosteroid inhaler in treating asthma to assist in reducing the airways inflammation, and avoiding asthma attacks.
The drug Budesonide belongs to the category C of pregnancy. Use of the same should only be done in case the benefits are greater than the risks during pregnancy. Should not be used during pregnancy as this is not safe to the woman’s health.
In case of a missed dose, you should take your medication immediately as your memory recovers to take the medicine but not after almost the next dose time. Do not take two doses at once.
One of the possible side effects of Budesonide particularly used in the long term is weight gain. In the event of major changes of weight, you should seek advice with your healthcare provider.
Yes, Budesonide has interactions with other drugs, especially those drugs which have effects on liver enzymes or those drugs which affect the functionality of immune system. Taking any drugs? Does not forget to tell your healthcare provider about every drug you use.
Budesonide usually begins action in 1 to 3 days of time to decrease swelling, but it may require more time in such circumstances as in Crohn 3 disease or ulcerative enteritis.
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