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Budesonide – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CORTIMENT MMX

Strength: 9 mg | Form: Sustained Release Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 418.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Budesonide

Class: | Corticosteroid Use: | Treatment of active, mild to moderate ulcerative colitis Adult dose: | 9 mg once daily for up to 8 weeks Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients Side effects: | Headache, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, fatigue Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to budesonide or any component of the formulation; systemic fungal infections Storage: | Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from moisture Warnings:

Drug Class

Corticosteroid

Uses & Indications

Treatment of active, mild to moderate ulcerative colitis

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Ferring B.V., NETHERLANDS

Package Size

30's (10's Blister x 3)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 418.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

9 mg once daily for up to 8 weeks

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients

Side Effects

Headache, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, fatigue

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to budesonide or any component of the formulation; systemic fungal infections

Important Warnings

May cause adrenal suppression; monitor for signs of infection; use with caution in patients with a history of tuberculosis or other infections; gradual withdrawal recommended after prolonged use to avoid adrenal insufficiency

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Budesonide available in UAE pharmacies:

BUDECORT 0.25 mg/ml Suspension For Nebulization BUDECORT 0.5 mg/ml Suspension For Nebulization BUDECORT 100 mcg Metered Dose Inhaler BUDECORT 200 mcg Metered Dose Inhaler BUDENOFALK 2 mg/dose Rectal Foam Aerosol BUDENOFALK 2 mg/dose Rectal Foam Aerosol BUDENOFALK 9 mg Powder For Oral Suspension BUDENOFALK 9 mg Powder For Oral Suspension CORTIMENT MMX 9 mg Sustained Release Tablets CORTRIEF 64 mcg 64 mcg Liquid For Nasal Spray

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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