Entocort Enema (Budesonide)

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Entocort Enema (Budesonide) is typically taken once daily at bedtime. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Lie on whichever side is most comfortable, shake the bottle well, and grasp the bottle at the neck where it is most rigid. Carefully insert the nozzle into the rectum. Slowly squeeze the container until it is almost empty. You will not be able to empty the whole bottle. Remove the tip from the rectum. Roll over on your stomach and stay in this position for at least 5 minutes, to allow enough time for the medication to coat the colon. Retain the enema as long as possible, preferably the whole night. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often than prescribed. If you miss a dose, contact your pharmacist. 
 
WARNING: Corticosteroids such as budesonide may cause an increase in blood sugar levels, use with caution in patients with diabetes. This medication may mask some signs of infection and put people at increased risk for new infections. Long-term use of corticosteroids may increase the risk of bone loss and osteoporosis (weakened bones). Stopping This medication suddenly may cause symptoms of the illness to return. Do not stop using Entocort Enema (Budesonide) abruptly without checking with your doctor first.
 
In addition to its desired action, Entocort Enema (Budesonide) may cause some side effects, notably:
It may cause diarrhea, gas in the stomach or bowels, nausea, and feelings of unease.
It may cause itching, skin rash, vision changes or blurred vision.
It may cause sleepiness, or trouble sleeping. 
 
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to budesonide or to any of the ingredients of the medication. Do not use in case of bacterial, fungal, viral infection, or active tuberculosis (bacterial infection). Patients who suffer from complications in the area of the digestive tract where This medication is effective (e.g., bowel perforation, possibility of bowel obstruction, abscess (painful collection of pus)) should not use Entocort Enema (Budesonide). 
 
Taking Entocort Enema (Budesonide) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor.
 
A treatment with Entocort Enema (Budesonide) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Entocort Enema (Budesonide)