Budesonide Oral Capsule

BUDESONIDE (bue DES oh nide) is a corticosteroid. It is used in the treatment of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis which are types of inflammatory bowel disease.

This drug also comes in other forms, including Rectal foam, Oral tablet, Nasal solution, spray, Inhalation powder, Inhalation suspension, ... more

This drug can cause serious side effects. See which side effects you should report to your doctor right away.

Know how to use your medication, and learn what might happen if you miss a dose.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any of these conditions.

Know what to watch for and get tips for reducing your risks while taking this drug.

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• changes in vision
• fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection, wounds that will not heal
• frequent passing of urine
• increased thirst
• mental depression, mood swings, mistaken feelings of self-importance or of being mistreated
• pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs
• severe stomach pain
• swelling of feet or lower legs
• unusually weak or tired
• vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• headache
• increased appetite
• nausea
• skin problems, acne, thin and shiny skin

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

• mifepristone

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

• anastrozole
• antacids
• cimetidine
• grapefruit juice
• ketoconazole

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not cut, chew, crush, or break open this medicine. Take your dose in the morning. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking this medicine except on the advice of your doctor or health care professional.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• any active infection
• cataracts
• diabetes
• immune system problems
• glaucoma
• high blood pressure
• history of stomach bleeding or stomach ulcers
• liver disease
• osteopetrosis
• an unusual or allergic reaction to budesonide, other corticosteroids, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

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.

This medicine may increase your risk of getting an infection. Stay away from people who are sick. Tell your doctor or health care professional if you are around anyone with measles or chickenpox.

You may need to avoid receiving certain vaccines or may need to have changes in the vaccination schedules to ensure adequate protection from certain diseases. Make sure to tell your doctor or health care professional that you are taking this medicine before receiving any vaccine.

If you are going to have surgery, tell your doctor or health care professional that you are taking this medicine.

This medicine can affect blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, check with your doctor or health care professional before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetic medicine.

Alcohol, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice can increase the risk of getting serious side effects while you are taking this medicine. Avoid grapefruit, grapefruit juice, and alcoholic drinks while taking this medicine.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.