Budesonide is a steroid medication in the glucocorticoid class, commonly prescribed by veterinarians to help manage inflammatory conditions in cats, dogs, and other animals. It works by reducing inflammation within the body. Use only under proper veterinary guidance.

Appearance: Lime green, circular, bisected tablet, containing green speckling.

Compounding & Dispensing Information: All prescription medications ordered through Tractor Supply Pet & Animal Pharmacy are fulfilled and dispensed by Allivet, a Tractor Supply Company. Compounded preparations dispensed through Allivet are manufactured by Wedgewood Connect, an FDA-registered outsourcing facility that adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards. Wedgewood Connect maintains required state licenses and registrations.

*This item cannot be shipped to MI, MO, MS, NE, UT.

How Its Sold

Sold by the tablet in the strength of 1 mg

Special Precautions

Keep budesonide and all drugs out of reach of children and pets. Budesonide is a prescription drug and should be used according to your veterinarian's directions, and it should only be given to the animal for which it was prescribed. Do not give this medication to a person. Budesonide should not be given to animals that are allergic to it, or drugs like it. Budesonide should be used with caution in animals that have gastrointestinal ulcers, active infections, or diabetes.

Side Effects

Be sure to discuss any side effects your pet experiences while taking budesonide with your veterinarian immediately. Side effects of budesonide include stomach upset, increased thirst, increased urine output, increased appetite, and changes in hair coat. Topical preparations containing budesonide (such as transdermal gels, ointments, creams, etc.) may also cause irritation at the site of application.

Overdose Information

Overdose of budesonide may cause more severe reactions similar to those listed previously in the side effects section. If you suspect your pet or another animal was accidentally overdosed or has eaten this medication inadvertently, contact your veterinarian or the A.S.P.C.A.'s Animal Poison Control Center at 888.426.4435. Always bring the prescription container with you when you take your pet for review

Storage

Store at room temperature

Active Ingredients

Budesonide