Tarpeyo (Budesonide)
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Product Details
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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