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Entocort

Entocort

Budesonide

Budesonide capsules for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. They work mainly in the gut, so they have fewer whole-body effects.

All strengths and pack prices
StrengthPackPricePer unit
100mcg1 inhaler$80.00$80.00
100mcg2 inhalers$128.00$64.00
100mcg3 inhalers$177.00$59.00
100mcg4 inhalers$225.00$56.25
100mcg5 inhalers$274.00$54.80
100mcg6 inhalers$323.00$53.83
100mcg7 inhalers$372.00$53.14
100mcg8 inhalers$421.00$52.63
100mcg9 inhalers$470.00$52.22
100mcg10 inhalers$519.00$51.90
200mcg1 inhaler$81.00$81.00
200mcg2 inhalers$144.00$72.00
200mcg3 inhalers$207.00$69.00
200mcg4 inhalers$269.00$67.25
200mcg5 inhalers$331.00$66.20
200mcg6 inhalers$393.00$65.50
200mcg7 inhalers$456.00$65.14
200mcg8 inhalers$519.00$64.88
200mcg9 inhalers$582.00$64.67
200mcg10 inhalers$643.00$64.30
Active ingredient
Budesonide
Route
Oral use
Form
Capsule
Strengths
100mcg · 200mcg

This listing uses Entocort as a reference name. A generic equivalent is supplied; its exact brand and manufacturer are confirmed before supply.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Entocort vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Entocort details

Alternative names
budesonide
Therapeutic class
Glucocorticoid
Pharmacological class
Corticosteroid
Contraindications
severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity to budesonide
Minor side effects
nausea; indigestion; headache
Moderate side effects
elevated glucose; facial oedema; adrenal suppression
Serious side effects
severe systemic infections, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Capsule
Administration route
Oral use
Originator
AstraZeneca
Onset time
1–2 weeks
Duration
12–24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Ketoconazole; Grapefruit
Age restrictions
Approved for children over eight years and adults.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefits justify risks. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
Patient summary

Budesonide capsules for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. They work mainly in the gut, so they have fewer whole-body effects.

Mechanism of action

Releases budesonide directly within the ileum and ascending colon to suppress inflammatory cytokines localising the immune response.

What you will receive

Entocort is used here as a reference originator brand name to identify the medicine. We are not affiliated with the brand owner, and this listing does not offer the originator product.

  • The supplied product is a generic equivalent containing Budesonide, not the originator brand shown as the reference.
  • The exact generic brand, manufacturer and dispatch location are confirmed based on the product, destination and available manufacturer or partner warehouse.
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