Entocort EC is used to treat Crohn's disease, which is a medical condition that causes inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. It contains budesonide, which can relieve symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Side effects of Entocort EC may be experienced and should be reported to a doctor if they are bothersome or persistent. Severe side effects may make it necessary to switch drugs or take a smaller dose of Entocort EC.
Gastrointestinal and Genitourinary Systems
Both the oral and nasal spray forms of Entocort EC can cause gastrointestinal and genitourinary side effects. Entocort EC nasal spray can cause dry mouth, alteration of taste, indigestion, oral yeast infection and abdominal pain. Entocort EC oral has been associated with nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence, inflammation of the intestines, gastrointestinal fistula, hemorrhoids, swelling of the tongue, vomiting and intestinal obstructions.
Oral Entocort EC affects the genitourinary system by causing increased urination, bleeding between menstrual periods, menstrual disorders, painful urination, nighttime urination and urinary tract infection.
Respiratory and Cardiovascular Systems
Oral Entocort CE causes respiratory system side effects such as bronchitis, difficulty breathing, respiratory infection, sinusitis, rhinitis and disorders of the pharynx. Inhaled Entocort EC can also cause sore throat and voice disorders.
The cardiovascular system can also be affected by the oral form of Entocort EC. Cardiovascular side effects include swelling, hypertension, fast heartbeat, chest pain, flushing and heart palpitations.
Nervous and Musculoskeletal Systems
Oral Entocort EC can cause nervous system side effects such as headache, dizziness, tremor, dizziness, pain and abnormal increases in muscular activity. The nasal spray can also cause headache, pain and loss of strength.
Back pain and joint pain are musculoskeletal side effects of Endocort EC, while inhaled Endocort EC has been linked to loss of bone density.
Skin Effects
Oral budesonide can cause skin changes such as dermatitis, hair loss, acne, eczema, excessive sweating and other skin disorders.
General Effects
Oral Endocort EC causes several general side effects that cannot be classified by body system. These side effects include flu symptoms, malaise, viral infections, fever, pain, fatigue and abscess.
Metabolic and Hematologic Effects
Endocort EC can cause metabolic side effects such as weight gain and low potassium levels in the blood. It can also affect the blood by causing red or purple discolorations of the skin (purpura) or destruction of white blood cells.
Psychiatric Effects
This drug can also cause side effects that result in changes in mood or behavior. Psychiatric side effects of inhaled Endocort EC include depression, anxiety, aggression, psychosis and anxiety. Psychiatric side effects associated with oral Endocort EC include increased appetite, confusion, nervousness, insomnia, agitation, drowsiness, amnesia and sleep disorders.
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