Uceris

Generic name:budesonide (oral) [ bue-DES-oh-nide ]
Drug class:Glucocorticoids

Medically reviewed by Philip Thornton, DipPharm. Last updated on Sep 7, 2020.

What is Uceris?

Uceris is an extended release corticosteroid tablet that reduces inflammation in the body.

Uceris extended release tablets are a prescription medicine used to help get active, mild to moderate ulcerative colitis (UC) under control (induce remission) in adults.

It is not known if Uceris extended release tablets are safe and effective in children.

Warnings

When taking Uceris avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using Uceris.

Call your doctor if you have signs of too much corticosteroid in your body, such as thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Uceris if you are allergic to budesonide.

To make sure Uceris is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• tuberculosis;

• an infection, including chickenpox or measles;

• high blood pressure;

• a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicines);

• osteoporosis or low bone mineral density;

• a stomach ulcer;

• liver disease;

• eczema;

• any allergy; or

• (in you or a family member) diabetes, cataracts, or glaucoma.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether budesonide will harm an unborn baby. However, having untreated or uncontrolled ulcerative colitis during pregnancy can cause complications leading to preterm delivery or low birth weight. The benefit of treating ulcerative colitis may outweigh any risks to the baby.

If you have taken Uceris during pregnancy, tell your doctor if you notice weakness, irritability, vomiting, or feeding problems in your newborn baby.

You should not breastfeed while using this medicine.

Uceris is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

How should I take Uceris?

Take Uceris exactly as it was prescribed for you. Follow all directions...