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Indications

Uceris is an anti-inflammatory medication used to treat mild to moderate active ulcerative colitis (UC).

Budesonide is a corticosteroid drug that inhibits your body’s immune response to reduce inflammation in your bowels and digestive tract. These actions allow Uceris to promote remission of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and relief from symptoms such as pain and diarrhea.

Dosage and Administration

The dose of Uceris that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and severity of the UC being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic response during treatment with this corticosteroid. Do not change your dose or suddenly stop taking this medication on your own.

• Swallow tablets whole, do not crush or chew
• Take in the morning with or without food
• You may need to alter your dose if you have a surgery, become ill, or are under stress
• Most adults take 9mg once daily
• Treatment may last up to 8 weeks
• Do not stop taking Uceris without speaking with your healthcare provider to taper your dose
• Tell your healthcare provider if your symptoms worsen or do not improve
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Uceris may cause some side effects to develop while reducing bowel inflammation. Consult with your healthcare provider to learn more about any symptoms that you may have during treatment.

Common Uceris side effects:

• Headache, dizziness
• Indigestion, nausea, stomach pain, bloating
• Vomiting, gas, constipation
• Tiredness
• High blood pressure
• Back pain, muscle cramps, joint pain
• Swelling of you face, lower legs, ankles, and feet
• Pain or burning during urination
• Acne
• Thicker or increased body hair
• Cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat)
• Decrease in your adrenal gland hormones

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur when taking Uceris. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following side effects:

• Increase in adrenal gland hormones (hunger, weight gain, swelling, discolouration of your skin, slow wound healing, increased sweating, acne, increased body hair, tiredness, mood changes, muscle weakness, missed menstrual periods, sexual changes)
• Decreased adrenal gland hormones (nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, decreased appetite, tiredness, light-headedness, muscle or joint pain, skin discolouration, craving salty foods)
• Signs of an infection (fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, unusual tiredness, decreased appetite, bruising or bleeding)

Budesonide may affect the growth of your child during treatment. Contact your healthcare provider if you notice that your child is not growing at a normal rate.

Allergic Reactions

Do not take Uceris if you are allergic to budesonide or any of the other ingredients used in the extended-release tablets. Stop using this medication and call your healthcare provider if you notice any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

To ensure your safety when taking Uceris, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following:

• Tuberculosis
• Chicken pox, measles, or any infection caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites
• High blood pressure
• Weakened immune system
• Osteoporosis or low bone mineral density
• Stomach ulcer
• Eczema
• Diabetes
• Cataracts or glaucoma
• Liver disease
• If you have a scheduled surgery

Steroidal medication can weaken your immune system which makes it easier for you to become infected or worsen a current infection. Tell your healthcare provider about any illness or infection that you have had in the past weeks.

Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant when taking Uceris to ensure it is safe for you and your child.

Before breastfeeding during treatment with Uceris, ask your healthcare provider.

Call your healthcare provider if you notice any signs that you have too high of concentrations of corticosteroids in your body. These symptoms include thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in your body fat, acne, increased facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of sexual interest.

Avoid being around anyone who is sick or has an infection because conditions such as chicken pox or measles can be serious or fatal in those taking corticosteroids like Uceris.

Avoid ingesting any grapefruit products when taking Uceris because it can interact with the medication and cause unwanted effects.

Avoid drinking large amounts of alcohol during treatment with Uceris because it may increase your risk of stomach bleeding.

Some drugs may interact with Uceris and cause adverse reactions. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medications you take, but especially any of the following:

• Stomach acid reducers
• Ketoconazole, itraconazole
• Ritonavir
• Indinavir, saquinavir
• Erythromycin
• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (aspirin, celecoxib, ibuprofen)
• Mifepristone
• aldesleukin

Form and Strength

This UC medication is available in the form of extended-release tablets.

Uceris extended-release tablet strength:

• 9mg

The 9mg Uceris tablets are available in quantities of 30 and 90.

FAQ

What should I avoid when taking Uceris?

You should avoid ingesting any grapefruit or grapefruit juice because it can cause the concentrations of Uceris to increase in your body which can lead to adverse effects. During treatment you should also avoid being exposed to anyone with an illness or infection because this medication can make it easier for you to get sick or infected.

Is it better to take Uceris in the morning or at night?

Uceris is recommended to be taken in the morning, with or without food. Thanks to this medication’s extended-release tablet form, you can take a single dose each day that will offer effective relief from ulcerative colitis symptoms while helping improve your condition. Follow all administration instructions offered by your healthcare provider for the best therapeutic results.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/uceris.html
2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=92cbb190-8851-46ed-bfe0-166ca62ef2e9&type=display
3. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/medications/budesonide-tablets-oral