Entocort®

INN: budesonide

Approved for use in:

Capsule: Crohn’s Disease (mild-moderate)
Enema: Ulcerative Colitis (distal)

Type/Class

Corticosteroid

Delivery Route

Oral (capsule)
Rectal (enema)

Health Canada Approval

Oral: 1996
Rectal: 1994

Storage

Capsule: store between 15 and 30°C in a dry place, keep in original bottle closed tightly.
Enema: store between 15 and 30°C, do not prepare and use after expiry date marked on outer carton.

Use in Older Adults (65+)

May be used, please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Indication

May cause fetal malformations and adrenal insufficiency; only use if benefits outweigh risks.

Breastfeeding Indication

Excreted in breast milk, but studies suggest low infant exposure.

Pediatric Indication

Not authorized.

Learn More

View the Entocort® capsule product monograph.
View the Entocort® enema product monograph.