Can Uceris Be Safely Taken For Colitis?

Posted on Wed, 30 Aug 2023

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Hi. I had colonoscopy done, i have colitis and doctor prescribed me Uceris.. this is strong steroid.. do i need to go to another doctor for a second opinion? What side effects i might have? For how long i can take it?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:

Hi,

I read carefully all your concerns and I can say as follows:
1. Budesonide (uceris) is used to treat inflammatory bowel disease.
It is a good treatment.

2. Can you send me a photo of colonoscopy report ao I can check it by myself and give a more accurate opinion?

3. Are you treating with mesalazine or uceris is the first treatment that you are using?

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Klerida Shehu, Gastroenterologist

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (8 hours later)

I am taking uceris only. How do i add picture or photo here?

I added photo. For how long i can take uceris? Can i develop dependency?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:

Hi,

1. You are diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, pancolitis. Your doctor has recommended Foam ( mesalazine) and budesonide (uceris)
2. It is a good choice otherwise I would prefer to start Mesalazine plus budesonide.

It is true that budesonid is a strong treatment but you need it a least 4 weeks.

The reason why I prefer mesalazine PO is the fact that your ulcers are noticed at all parts of the large bowel and the foam may not reach all the parts.

Hope it was helpful to you.

Regards,
Dr. Klerida Shehu, Gastroenterologist

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