Budez OD Tablet ER

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Active Ingredient	Budesonide (9mg)
Chemical Class	Inhalational Corticosteriods
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class	Inhalational Corticosteriods
User Rating	4.3
User Reviews	468

FAQ

What if I forget to take a dose of Budez OD?

If you forget a dose of Budez OD, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Budez OD effective?

Budez OD is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Budez OD too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Does Budez OD cause bone loss?

Budez OD being a steroid tends to decrease bone density, but this is usually seen in patients who take Budez OD in high doses and for a very long time. Take Budez OD as per the doctor’s advice to decrease the chances of developing decreased bone density.

Does Budez OD weaken the immune system?

Budez OD may weaken the immune system; however, it is more common in people who take Budez OD orally (tablet or capsule).

What if you forget to take Budez Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Budez OD, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Budez OD Tablet ER Reviews

Budez OD belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. It helps relieve pain and inflammation caused by the condition.

Budez OD can be taken with or without food. To get maximum benefit of the medicine, take it regularly and at the fixed time of each day. Do not discontinue taking the medication without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Budez OD may cause few common side effects such as mood changes or stomach upset. Taking Budez OD can also make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as fever or sore throat.

How Budez OD Tablet ER Works

Budez OD is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that cause the inner surface of the large intestine (colon and rectum) to become ulcerated and inflamed (swollen) resulting in pain.

How to Use Budez OD Tablet ER

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Budez OD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Budez OD Tablet ER

In Treatment of Ulcerative colitis: Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. Budez OD relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should drink plenty of fluids while taking on treatment with this medicine to make sure you stay hydrated.

Uses of Budez OD Tablet ER

Treatment of Ulcerative colitis

Budez OD Tablet ER Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Budez OD is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Budez OD.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Budez OD may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Budez OD is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Budez OD may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Budez OD should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Budez OD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Budez OD is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease as the data available in these patients is very limited.

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Budez OD alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.