{"product_id":"uceris-cortiment-budesonide","title":"UCERIS\/CORTIMENT (Budesonide)","description":"\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBudesonide (Enteric Coated Multimatrix Tablet), Cortiment\/Uceris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCorticosteroid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOfficially indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate Crohn disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6737;\"\u003eBrand Name US: Uceris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6737;\"\u003eCanadian Label: Cortiment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow does this medication work? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBudesonide, Cortiment\/Uceris is a synthetic glucocorticoid that acts within the gastrointestinal tract and only has a weak systemic effect.  The exact mechanism of action of Budesonide, Cortiment\/Uceris is not known but is believed to be due to its ability to supress inflammatory mediators and the body’s immunological response to inflammation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBudesonide, Cortiment\/Uceris is formulated as a multi-matrix enteric coated tablet that dissolves at a pH\u0026gt;7, delivering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBudesonide\/Uceris, Cortiment to the entire colon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I take this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCrohn disease (mild to moderate)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOral:\u003c\/em\u003e Take 9mg once daily in the morning for up to 8 weeks; recurring episodes may be treated with a repeat 8-week course of treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*Following treatment of the active disease, treatment can be continued at a daily dose of 6mg for up to 3 months.  If symptom control is maintained for 3 months, tapering of the dosage to complete cessation is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Take:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Swallow the tablet whole; do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.  It is best to take Budesonide, Cortiment\/Uceris in the morning without regard to meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat should I watch for while using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan cause hypercortisolism or suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, particularly in young children or if receiving high doses for prolonged periods. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreased risk of secondary infections due to immunosuppression associated with prolonged use of corticosteroids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan cause development of Kaposi sarcoma, myopathy, and psychiatric disturbances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse with caution in patients with heart failure, hypertension, diabetes, gastrointestinal disease, ocular disease, myasthenia gravis, osteoporosis, seizures disorders, hepatic and renal impairment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the Difference Between Budesonide (Enteric Coated Multimatrix Tablet), Cortiment\/Uceris:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Entocort is an enteric coated capsule that has a delayed\/controlled ileal release of Budesonide.  Studies have shown that Entocort is continually released during passage through the small intestine and ascending colon with the majority of absorption taking place in the ileum and ascending colon.  Uceris is formulated as an extended release 24-hour tablet which results in its time to reach peak concentration delayed compared to Entocort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you miss a dose of medication, try to take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take only that scheduled dose. Do not take double or extra doses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep out of the reach of children at all times. Store at room temperature, 59 to 86° F (15 to 30° C). Protect from light. Keep the container tightly closed.  Properly dispose of any unused medication after the expiration date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are the possible side effects of using this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most common side effects include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026gt;10%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCentral Nervous System:\u003c\/em\u003e Headache (15% to 21%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDermatologic:\u003c\/em\u003e Acne vulgaris (15%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEndocrine \u0026amp; Metabolic:\u003c\/em\u003e Decreased cortisol (foam 17%; tablets 2% to 4%), bruise (15%), moon face (11%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGastrointestinal:\u003c\/em\u003e Nausea (2% to 11%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRespiratory:\u003c\/em\u003e Respiratory tract infection (11%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FERRING","offers":[{"title":"9mg - 30 Tab - Canada","offer_id":47149607977278,"sku":null,"price":1239.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/0321\/7982\/products\/Cortiment.jpg?v=1695212644","url":"https:\/\/www.advochealth.com\/products\/uceris-cortiment-budesonide","provider":"AdvocHealth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}