Uses

Used for inflammatory conditions such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and other corticosteroid-responsive disorders depending on formulation.

Do not use if

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to budesonide or formulation components.

Side effects

Oral candidiasis, hoarseness, headache, nausea, adrenal suppression, and increased infection risk may occur.

Warnings

Long-term use may cause adrenal suppression, hypercorticism, and increased susceptibility to infections.

How it works

Potent glucocorticoid corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory activity and relatively low systemic exposure in many formulations.

Storage

Store at room temperature according to product instructions.