Budesonide Extended-Release Capsules (Entocort) is a prescription medication for the treatment of mild to moderate Crohn’s disease. Its purchasing process and usage specifications must strictly comply with medical requirements. Containing budesonide as the active ingredient, this medication is a corticosteroid specifically used to relieve symptoms of Crohn’s disease involving the ileum and/or ascending colon.

How to Purchase Budesonide Extended-Release Capsules (Entocort)

Overseas Purchase

Patients may choose to consult and purchase Budesonide Extended-Release Capsules at hospital pharmacies or licensed drugstores in countries or regions where the medication has been launched.

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 may consult domestic overseas medical service institutions that cooperate with international pharmacies or pharmaceutical companies.

These institutions typically provide legal import channels and offer professional consultation and guidance.

Precautions for Purchasing Budesonide Extended-Release Capsules (Entocort)

Dosage Specifications

The recommended dosage for adults is 9 mg once daily, taken in the morning, for a maximum duration of 8 weeks.

For recurrent active disease, the 8-week treatment course may be repeated.

For pediatric patients (aged 8–17 years, weighing more than 25 kg), the dosage is 9 mg daily for 8 weeks, followed by a reduced dosage of 6 mg daily for an additional 2 weeks.

Medication for Special Populations

For adult patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class B), consideration should be given to reducing the dosage to 3 mg daily.

Use in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class C) should be avoided.

Storage Condition Requirements

The medication should be stored at 25°C (77°F), with short-term storage permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F).

The container must be kept tightly closed.

Methods to Identify Genuine Budesonide Extended-Release Capsules (Entocort)

Packaging Integrity Check

Genuine Budesonide Extended-Release Capsules should come in a fully intact packaging bottle, clearly labeled with the National Drug Code (NDC) number and product information.

Capsule Character Verification

Genuine Budesonide Extended-Release Capsules are hard gelatin capsules, consisting of an opaque light gray body and an opaque pink cap, with the inscription "ENTOCORT EC 3mg" printed on the capsule.

Completeness of Package Insert

Genuine medications should be accompanied by a complete package insert (available in both Chinese and English), containing detailed drug information, usage instructions, and safety warnings.