A comparison of budesonide with prednisolone for active Crohn's disease.

Author: DanielssonA, GoebellH, JewellD, LamersC, Lorenz-MeyerH, LöfbergR, MalchowH, OlaisonG, RutgeertsP, ThomsenO O

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BACKGROUND: Patients with active Crohn's disease are often treated with corticosteroids, but the treatment has many side effects. Budesonide is a potent, well-absorbed corticosteroid, but because of a high rate of first-pass metabolism in the liver, its systemic bioavailability is low. METHODS: We ...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJM199409293311304

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

A Comparison of Budesonide with Prednisolone for Active Crohn's Disease

Crohn's disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, can significantly impact quality of life. Corticosteroids are often used to manage active Crohn's disease, but they can have significant side effects. This study compares the efficacy and safety of budesonide, a potent corticosteroid with low systemic bioavailability, with prednisolone in patients with active ileal or ileocecal Crohn's disease. The study found that both budesonide and prednisolone were effective in inducing remission, but budesonide was associated with fewer glucocorticoid-associated side effects and less suppression of pituitary-adrenal function.

Exploring Treatment Options for Crohn's Disease

This study provides valuable insights into the potential benefits of budesonide for treating active Crohn's disease. The findings suggest that budesonide may offer a more favorable risk-benefit profile compared to prednisolone, especially for patients who are concerned about the side effects of systemic corticosteroids.

Crohn's Disease and the Importance of Balanced Treatment: A Camel's Perspective

Imagine a camel traversing a desert landscape, enduring the harsh conditions and seeking nourishment. Crohn's disease, like a desert storm, can disrupt the body's delicate balance. This study explores the landscape of treatment options, offering a glimpse into the potential benefits of budesonide. Like a camel seeking a sustainable source of water, patients should carefully consider their treatment options, weighing the benefits and risks of each.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study offers a valuable comparison of two treatment options for Crohn's disease, highlighting the importance of considering individual patient needs and the potential for budesonide to provide a more favorable risk-benefit profile than prednisolone. It's a reminder that the search for effective and safe treatments for chronic diseases is an ongoing journey.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1994-10-06
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-09
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

8078530

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1056/NEJM199409293311304

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