Uceris Foam Dosage
Generic name: BUDESONIDE 28mg
Dosage form: aerosol, foam
Drug class: Glucocorticoids
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 27, 2024.
Dosage
The recommended dosage regimen is 1 metered dose administered rectally twice daily for 2 weeks followed by 1 metered dose administered rectally once daily for 4 weeks.
Administration Instructions
Advise patients:
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- UCERIS rectal foam is only to be applied rectally. It is not for oral use.
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- Before using UCERIS rectal foam, use the bathroom to empty your bowels.
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- Each applicator is coated with a lubricant. If additional lubrication is needed, petrolatum or petroleum jelly can also be used.
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- Warm the canister in the hands while shaking it vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds prior to use.
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- UCERIS rectal foam can be used in a standing, lying or sitting position (e.g., while using the toilet).
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- Apply UCERIS rectal foam in the morning and the evening for the first 2 weeks of treatment; then once daily in the evening for the next 4 weeks. When applied in the evening, use immediately prior to bedtime. Try not to empty your bowels again until the next morning.
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- Avoid concomitant use of CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, grapefruit juice) during treatment with UCERIS rectal foam.
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