Budesonide Side Effects
Depending on the method of administration as well as the condition that you are being treated for, budesonide may have different side effects and adverse reactions. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the package insert of your
budesonide containing medication, whether it be an
oral, enema, or
inhaler administered version and ask your doctor any questions you may have about how this drug may adversely affect you. Some common budesonide side effects and adverse reactions include:
- Muscle pain or weakness
- Coughing
- Changes in the color of mucus you produce
- Rash
- Hoarseness of voice
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Unpleasant taste in the mouth
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Insomnia
In certain rare instances severe allergic reaction may occur. Tell your doctor if you have any drug or food allergies before you take a drug that contains budesonide. Symptoms of allergic reaction include:
- Skin irritation, redness, swelling, or hives
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling of the face
- Nasal congestion
- Itchy, watery, or swollen eyes
- Stomach pain, nausea/vomiting
- Fatigue
If you begin experiencing these symptoms after taking a drug that contains budesonide, seek medical attention immediately.
Budesonide Treatment and Use
Budesonide, budesonide oral, or budesonide inhaler are glucocortcoids, medications that treat asthma, non-infections rhinitis, mild to moderate Crohn’s disease, and to prevent a condition called nasal polyposis in which polyps arise as a result of allergic rhinitis.
The medications that contain budesonide can be given orally, as an enema, used in an inhaler, or administered via nasal spray. Your doctor will examine your particular condition and determine which variant of budesonide is appropriate for your particular condition
How does budesonide work?
Budesonide is a corticosteroid. Drugs in this medication class work by reducing inflammation in the body, thereby reducing symptoms of conditions like Crohn’s disease, rhinitis, or others that are not indicated by the FDA though treated “off-label” with budesonide.
Budesonide dosage
Budesonide comes in a variety of forms. Please speak with your doctor or a pharmacist to determine how to take your particular budesonide containing medication. If you have been prescribed a budesonide medication and are unsure of how to take or administer a dose, be sure to ask your physician for directions until you are comfortable with your ability to safely take your medication.
