Budez CR Capsule 10's
About Budez CR Capsule 10's
Budez CR Capsule 10's belongs to the class of medicines called 'glucocorticosteroids' used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Crohn's disease is a chronic disease caused by the inflammation of the lining of the digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the large intestine and rectum.
Budez CR Capsule 10's contains 'Budesonide' that works by reducing the body's natural defence response. Thus, it reduces inflammation in the digestive tract. It may also decrease symptoms, such as pain and diarrhoea.
Your doctor will decide the duration of Budez CR Capsule 10's based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Budez CR Capsule 10's include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, bloating, tiredness, stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, and back or joint pain. Most of these side effects of Budez CR Capsule 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor in advance if you have any allergic reactions to Budez CR Capsule 10's or any other medications. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, stomach ulcer, and a weak immune system. Check with your doctor before starting Budez CR Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Budez CR Capsule 10's may cause dizziness; hence avoid driving and alcohol intake while being treated with it. Budez CR Capsule 10's should be used in children above eight years of age only when advised by a doctor.
Uses of Budez CR Capsule 10's
Medicinal Benefits
Budez CR Capsule 10's belongs to the class of medicines called 'glucocorticosteroids' used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Budez CR Capsule 10's works by reducing the body's natural defence response. Thus, it reduces inflammation in the digestive tract. It may also decrease symptoms, such as pain and diarrhoea. It reduces irritation and swelling in the intestines.
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Side Effects of Budez CR Capsule 10's
Drug Warnings
Please inform your doctor if you use any prescription, or non-prescription medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements, before using Budez CR Capsule 10's. Let your doctor know if you have a recent history of heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, stomach ulcer, and a weak immune system before starting Budez CR Capsule 10's. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Budez CR Capsule 10's with proper consultation and caution. Budez CR Capsule 10's may make you dizzy; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Budez CR Capsule 10's as it may worsen side effects. Budez CR Capsule 10's is recommended in children above eight years of age only with a doctor's advice.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Budez CR Capsule 10's may interact with anticancer drugs (aldesleukin), abortion-causing drugs (mifepristone), pain killers (aspirin, celecoxib, ibuprofen), and blood thinners (dabigatran, clopidogrel, warfarin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Grapefruit may interact with Budez CR Capsule 10's and cause side effects. Hence, avoid grapefruit and its products.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Let your doctor know if you have heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, stomach ulcer, and a weak immune system before starting Budez CR Capsule 10's.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Crohn's disease: It is a chronic disease caused by the inflammation of the lining of the digestive tract. This further leads to abdominal pain, severe diarrhoea, anaemia, loss of appetite, fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition. Crohn's disease can be local (affecting the intestines) and systemic (that affects the whole body). The risk factors may include age, genetic reasons, smoking, few medications, diet, and infection. Treatment includes painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs, and steroids.
Ulcerative colitis: It is a condition that causes inflammation of the large intestine and rectum. It causes irritation, inflammation, and ulcers in the lining of the colon and rectum. Symptoms include rectal bleeding, abdominal cramps, bloody diarrhoea, loss of appetite, stomach pain, fever, weight loss, and bloating. Ulcerative colitis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks its own body. Treatment includes painkillers, surgery, anti-inflammatory drugs, dietary supplements, and steroids.
Recommended for a 30-day course: 3 Strips