.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.A_AlimentaryTractAndMetabolism.A07E_IntestinalAntiinflammatoryAgents.A07EA06_Budesonide.Budesonide .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.A_AlimentaryTractAndMetabolism.A07E_IntestinalAntiinflammatoryAgents.A07EA06_Budesonide.Budesonide| name: | Budesonide |
| ATC code: | A07EA06 | route: | oral |
| n-compartments | 2 |
Budesonide is a glucocorticoid steroid with potent anti-inflammatory properties. It is primarily used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and is approved for oral and inhaled use in numerous countries. It has a significant first-pass metabolism, limiting its systemic effects.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported in healthy adult volunteers after oral administration.
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