Is weight gain a side effect of Budecort?

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Budecort is known in the USA as budesonide - a steroid preparation that may be used for allergic rhinitis (hay-fever) and reactive airway disease*(asthma). Yes, this medication may cause slight weight gain via water retention - however, if the medication is properly prescribed by a MD, weight gain is rare. rbb, md

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