Cortiment
Cortiment tablets contain budesonide, a type of medicine called a corticosteroid, which helps reduce inflammation in the large intestine and rectum.
Form
depottabletti
Strength
9 mg
Active Ingredient
Budesonide
Manufacturer
Ferring Lääkkeet Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Take 1 tablet (9 mg) in the morning, before or with breakfast.
Method
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablet.
Important
The maximum daily dose is one 9 mg tablet.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Symptoms like Cushing's syndrome, such as a round face, acne, weight gain, and easy bruising.
- •Low potassium levels in the blood, which can cause muscle weakness, fatigue, thirst, or tingling.
- •Behavior changes, such as nervousness, difficulty sleeping, and mood swings.
- •Depression.
- •Headache.
- •Pounding heartbeats (palpitations).
- •Nausea.
- •Stomach pain.
- •Abdominal bloating.
- •Dry mouth.
- •Indigestion (dyspepsia).
- •Rash or itching.
- •Acne.
- •Muscle pain or muscle cramps.
- •Heavy or irregular periods in women.
- •Extreme tiredness (fatigue).
- •Decreased blood cortisol levels.
RARE
- •Flu-like symptoms.
- •Increase in white blood cell count.
- •Restlessness and hyperactivity.
- •Anxiety.
- •Dizziness.
- •Tremors.
- •Flatulence (gas).
- •Back pain.
- •Swelling in the lower limbs.
- •Aggression.
- •Glaucoma (increased eye pressure).
- •Cataracts (clouding of the eye lens).
- •Blurred vision.
- •Purple or blue-black spots on the skin.
- •Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) that may cause breathing difficulties and possibly shock.
Important Warnings
- If you experience blurred vision or other eye problems, contact your doctor immediately.
- Tell your doctor if you have an infection (e.g., viral, bacterial, or fungal), high blood pressure, diabetes, bone loss (osteoporosis), stomach ulcer, glaucoma (high eye pressure), or cataracts.
- Avoid grapefruit juice while taking this medicine, as it can change how the medicine works.
- Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as stopping suddenly can make your symptoms return or make you feel unwell.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
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- Tell your doctor if you are scheduled for surgery or are under a lot of stress.
- Avoid contact with people who have chickenpox or measles if you haven't had them before.
- Inform your doctor if you or a family member have a history of mental health problems.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Consider the adverse effects of long-term cortisone treatment. (updated 10.11.2025)