Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules (Entocort) is a medication indicated for the treatment of Crohn's disease, and it has demonstrated efficacy especially in mild to moderately active Crohn's disease involving the ileum and/or ascending colon.
What Are the Purchase Channels for Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules (Entocort)?
Overseas Purchase
Patients may choose to consult and purchase the medication at hospital pharmacies or licensed drugstores in countries or regions where Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules have been marketed.
Since drug prices may be affected by factors such as regional differences and exchange rate fluctuations, patients need to make a budget and plan in advance before purchasing.
Purchase via Medical Service Institutions
Patients can consult domestic overseas medical service institutions that cooperate with international pharmacies or pharmaceutical companies.
These institutions can usually provide legal import channels, as well as professional consultation and guidance.
Precautions for Purchasing Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules (Entocort)
Strictly Follow Doctor’s Advice and Prescription
The dosage and course of treatment of Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules should be individually adjusted based on disease severity, patient age (adults or children over 8 years old) and liver function status.
It is imperative to take the medication strictly according to the dosage, administration time (once daily in the morning) and treatment course prescribed by the doctor (e.g., no more than 8 weeks for active-phase treatment and no more than 3 months for maintenance phase). Under no circumstances should the dosage be increased or decreased, nor the treatment duration be prolonged without authorization.
Drug Interactions and Dietary Contraindications
Pharmacists or doctors should remind you of relevant contraindications when you purchase the medication.
During the administration of Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules, you must avoid drinking grapefruit juice, as it can significantly increase the blood concentration of the drug and elevate the risk of adverse reactions.
You should inform your doctor of all other medications you are taking, especially potent CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, certain antiviral drugs, etc.), as dosage adjustment may be required when these drugs are used concomitantly.
How to Distinguish the Authenticity of Budesonide Sustained-Release Capsules (Entocort)?
Check the Packaging
The packaging of genuine products features clear printing and high-quality materials, without blurring, fading or damage.
Check carefully to ensure that labels such as approval number, production date and expiration date are complete and standardized.
Observe the Drug Appearance
For genuine aerosol products, the spray nozzle and bottle body should be free of defects, and the liquid medicine should have no abnormal precipitation or peculiar smell.
For sustained-release capsules, check whether the capsules are intact without breakage or powder leakage.
