Brand Name(s)
Apriso™, Asacol® HD, Canasa®, Delzicol™, Lialda™, Pentasa®, Rowasa®, Mesalamine DR 800 mg
Drug Class
Aminosalicylates (5-ASA)
How taken
Oral or rectal
Used for
Mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis
Recommendations for Pregnancy
Limited human data: Asacol® HD should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus
Recommendations for Lactation
Detected in human milk: caution should be used
Medication indication
Mesalamine delayed-release tablets or capsules and extended-release capsules may be used to treat ulcerative colitis that affects any part of the colon. Mesalamine suppositories and enemas should only be used to treat inflammation of the lower part of the colon.
Indicated for pediatric use
NOTE: This medication may be recommended for pediatric use. Be sure to talk to your doctor about potential risks and side effects.
Most common side effects
Common side effects include headache; muscle or joint pain, aching, tightness, or stiffness; back pain; nausea; vomiting; heartburn; burping; constipation; gas; dry mouth; sore throat; cough; flu-like symptoms; stuffy head or runny nose; ear pain; anxiety; sweating; acne; slight hair loss; and diarrhea.
Other
Rare side effects include pancreatitis. Caution should be used for individuals with pre-existing liver disease or renal impairment
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