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Is lymphocytic colitis autoimmune?

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I had a reaction to the fillers in my Budesonide which was manufactured by Perrigo. I went to many pharmacies trying to find a different brand. I finally found a small local (unchained) pharmacy who agreed to order the Budesonide made by Amneal. Never had a problem since. However, you might also want to know, that once I tapered down to just 3mg a day, my rheumatologist switched my rheumatoid arthritis drug to Xeljanz and within 2 wks, I no longer needed the Budesonide at all. I have collagenous microscopic colitis. I take soluble fiber capsules each morning, along with colestipol since I no longer have a gall bladder. I still have to be careful about what I eat and when, but I rarely have diarrhea anymore. I still take generic prilosec for GERD, but I stopped the Nsaids for pain. I rely on tylenol and tramadol now. Lots of folks have more than one autoimmune issue. I hope that things improve for you. Good luck

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@rdf56 How resourceful of you to find the correct answer! I would never have thought about fillers being an issue. I don't seem to have any specific reactions to Budesonide, but notice possible weight gain, increased appetite and a lot more bruising (but I'm 80 yrs old and bruising suddenly has become common due to thinning skin.) I also have noticed that healing from injuries is a lot slower with infection/redness more common than before. Not sure what to blame that on. I'm ready to quit all meds and start adding back one at a time as necessary and see if I can eliminate some!