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Entocort Ec - Budesonide - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Entocort Ec.
  • Entocort EC
  • byou-DESS-oh-nide


Usage Instructions

  • Take this medication by mouth usually once daily in the morning; or as directed by your doctor.
  • The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
  • Do not crush or chew this medication.
  • Swallow the medication whole.
  • Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
  • Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because it may increase your chance of serious side effects.
  • Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
  • Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped.
  • Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

Entocort Ec Miscellaneous Notes

  • Do not share this medication with others.
  • Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
  • Inform all your doctors you use, or have used this medication.

Read Before Using Entocort Ec (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Entocort Ec Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
  • Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) is permitted.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

  • Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
  • For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include.

Medicinal Applications

  • Budesonide is used to treat a type of inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease).

Possible Side Effects

  • Headache, nausea, dizziness, increased sweating, stomach upset, or may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.