Tarpeyo (Budesonide)

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    Description

    Tarpeyo (budesonide) is a prescription medication used to decrease the loss of kidney function in adults who have primary immunoglobulin A nephropathy and are at risk for disease progression.

    Tarpeyo is available in 4 mg delayed release oral capsules.

    Fact Table

    Formula

    C25H34O6

    License

    US FDA, EMA

    Bioavailability

    9–21% (oral)

    Legal status

    Prescription only

    Chemical Name

    (RS)-11ß,21-Dihydroxy-16a,17a-[(1RS)-butylidenebis(oxy)]-pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione

    Elimination half-life

    2–3.6 hours

    Dosage (Strength)

    4 mg modified-release capsules

    Pregnancy

    Consult a doctor

    Brands

    Tarpeyo, Entocort, Pulmicort, Rhinocort, Uceris

    Protein binding

    85–90%

    PubChem CID

    5281004

    MedlinePlus

    a608007

    ChEBI

    CHEBI:3221

    ATC code

    A07EA06

    DrugBank

    DB01222

    KEGG

    D00208

    Routes of administration

    Oral, Inhalation, Intranasal, Rectal

    Directions

    Take Tarpeyo exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The recommended dose is 16 mg by mouth every morning; take at least 1 hour before a meal.

    For additional instructions for use, refer to the medication guide that accompanies your prescription.

    If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to your doctor or pharmacist.

    Ingredients

    The active ingredient in Tarpeyo is budesonide.

    Inactive ingredients include sugar spheres (sucrose and starch), hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, citric acid monohydrate, ethyl cellulose, medium chain triglycerides and oleic acid. The capsule shells include hypromellose, and titanium oxide (E171); and the printing ink on the capsules include shellac, propylene glycol, and black iron oxide (E172). The capsules’ enteric coating include methacrylic acid, methacrylate copolymer, talc, and dibutyl sebacate.

    Contraindications

    Patients with an allergy to budesonide or to any of the other ingredients in Tarpeyo should not take it.

    Cautions

    • Before you start treatment with Tarpeyo, tell your doctor about:
      • All the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
      • Your allergies
      • Your current health problems and past medical history
      • Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
    • Tarpeyo may cause hypercorticism, adrenal axis suppression, immunosuppression, or other corticosteroid effects.

    Side Effects

    Swelling, high blood pressure, muscle spasms, acne, headache, upper respiratory tract infection, facial swelling, weight gain, indigestion, dermatitis, joint pain, and increased white blood cell count are common Tarpeyo side effects. However, other side effects may also occur.

    Immediately tell your doctor about any side effects that bother you or persist.

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    Reference

    Tarpeyo. Stockholm, Sweden: Calliditas Therapeutics AB; 2024.




    IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

    Product Code : 14907

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