Entocort



 
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Entocort - Basic Information

 

Indication of Entocort:

Budesonide is used for the following indications: Treatment of mild to moderate Crohns disease affecting the ileum and/or the ascending colon.To prevent relapse during maintenance therapy for Crohns disease.

Action of Entocort:

Corticosteroids alter genes within the bodies cells to reduce the bodies normal inflammation and immune responses.

Dose Advice of Entocort:

9 mg one a day taken as a single dose in the morning.Budesonide can be used during pregnancy if required and is safe for use during breastfeeding.

Schedule of Entocort:

S4

Common side effects of Entocort:

- Heartburn.- Increased susceptibility to infections such as thrush.- Masking of signs of infection.- Acne.- Osteoporosis and bone fractures.- Muscle weakness.- Increased appetite.- Delayed healing of wounds.- Thin fragile skin.- Reduced growth in children.- Cessation of menstruation.- Psychotic episodes.- Depression.- Bruising.

Uncommon side effects of Entocort:

- Burning and tingling sensation in the genital area.- Death of bone in the hip, ankle and shoulder.- Fractures of the vertebral bodies.

Diseases treated by Entocort:

Crohns disease (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)  (Crohns Disease (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)) Ulcerative Colitis (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)


GN: Budesonide

Con: Crohns disease (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)