Drug interactions
Budesonide + Human papillomavirus vaccine nonavalent
Severity: Minor
Budesonide and Human papillomavirus vaccine nonavalent: minor interaction.
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Summary
Systemic corticosteroids at higher than physiologic doses can blunt vaccine antibody responses. Budesonide has low systemic exposure, so a meaningful effect is mainly expected with oral or high-dose use.
What this interaction means in plain words
Budesonide and Human papillomavirus vaccine nonavalent have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Glucocorticoid-mediated immunosuppression may reduce antibody production after vaccination.
What to do
Vaccinate as indicated without delay; consider timing the vaccine before starting prolonged high-dose steroid therapy where practical.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Budesonide with Human papillomavirus vaccine nonavalent?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Budesonide and Human papillomavirus vaccine nonavalent have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Systemic corticosteroids at higher than physiologic doses can blunt vaccine antibody responses. Budesonide has low systemic exposure, so a meaningful effect is mainly expected with oral or high-dose use.
How serious is the interaction between Budesonide and Human papillomavirus vaccine nonavalent?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Vaccinate as indicated without delay; consider timing the vaccine before starting prolonged high-dose steroid therapy where practical.
What other medicines interact with Budesonide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Budesonide with, for example, Aldesleukin, Atazanavir, Bcg vaccine live. The full list is on the Budesonide page.
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