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Indications

Entocort EC is a medication used to treat Crohn’s disease, which is an inflammatory bowel disease. It contains the active ingredient budesonide, which is a synthetic corticosteroid.

Entocort EC works by reducing the symptoms of Crohn’s disease, although it does not cure the condition.

Use and Dosage

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking budesonide and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily in the morning. Swallow this medication whole with a full glass of water (8 ounces/240 millilitres) unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not crush or chew the capsules. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects.

If you have trouble swallowing the capsules whole, certain brands may be opened and the contents sprinkled onto a tablespoonful of soft, cool applesauce in a clean container. Stir and take all the mixtures without chewing. Drink a full glass of cool water (8 ounces/240 millilitres) to make sure you have swallowed all of your doses. Take all the mixture within 30 minutes after preparing it. Do not save the mixture for later use. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about your particular brand.

The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition, age, and response to treatment.

Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless your doctor or pharmacist says you may do so safely. Grapefruit can increase the chance of side effects with this medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

If you are regularly taking a different corticosteroid by mouth (such as prednisone), you should not stop taking it unless directed by your doctor. Some conditions (such as asthma, allergies) may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. If you suddenly stop taking the drug, you may also have withdrawal symptoms (such as weakness, weight loss, nausea, muscle pain, headache, tiredness, and dizziness). To help prevent withdrawal, your doctor may slowly lower the dose of your old medication after you begin taking budesonide. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you have withdrawal. See also the Precautions section.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase.

Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Entocort EC:

• Nausea
• Headache
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Thinning of the skin
• Changes in the menstrual period

Most of these adverse reactions are temporary and mild. If they persist or if you experience severe adverse reactions, contact your physician or healthcare provider immediately.

Severe adverse effects include:

• Signs of an infection such as fever, cough, sore throat, and chills
• Unusual tiredness or fatigue
• Bleeding or easy bruising
• Slow wound healing
• White patches in the mouth
• Vision problems
• Mood or mental changes

Note that this is not a complete list of Entocort EC side effects. If you experience other adverse reactions, seek medical advice.

Cautions

Before taking this oral medication, disclose your complete medical history to your physician. This would include any history of infections, eye problems, liver disease, diabetes, thyroid problem, hypertension, gastrointestinal disorder, osteoporosis, bleeding problems, and mental or mood changes. Some disorders or diseases may affect how your body responds to this medication. Additionally, talk about all medications and supplements you are taking. Certain drug interactions may occur with budesonide.

It is necessary to watch out for this medication allergy while taking this drug. Do not take this oral capsule if you have a known allergy to budesonide. If you develop an allergy to this medication, discontinue immediately and ask for emergency assistance. Signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction are severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, itching, swelling of the face and neck, and skin rashes.

This medication is a corticosteroid and can mask signs of infection. As a result, it could make you more vulnerable to infections and develop severe symptoms of infection. To avoid this, do not come in contact with people who have an infection and always practice good hygiene.

Avoid alcoholic drinks and carbonated beverages when using this medication to lessen the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. You may also have to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juices as these may also increase the risk of adverse reactions.

Do not get immunized or vaccinated while on this medication. These vaccinations that contain live bacteria may affect the efficacy of this medication.

If you are pregnant or currently breastfeeding, consult your physician before taking this medication. Use this medication only if the potential risks can be outweighed by the potential benefits.

Form and Strengths

• Entocort EC Controlled Release Capsule:
  • 3 mg
• Budesonide Controlled Release Capsule:
  • 3 mg

FAQ

Is Entocort EC an extended-release drug?

Yes, Entocort EC is an extended-release capsule.

Can this medication suppress your immune system?

Entocort EC may weaken your immune system. Always watch out for signs of infection.

Does this medication cause weight gain?

Weight gain is one of the side effects of budesonide.

Can I take this medication on an empty stomach?

Yes, you may take this medication with or without food.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-22007/entocort-ec-oral/details
2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2009/021324s008lbl.pdf
3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12381231/