Asacol

Asacol is an anti inflammatory medication used for the bowel disease Ulcerative Colitis. Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a bowel disease that can be very uncomfortable and inhibit the sufferer’s quality of life.
Asacol treats the inflammation of the large intestine (colon) and helps treat mild to medium severity attacks of UC. The medication is a trademark of Medeva Pharma Schweiz AG and also is sold under the Asacol generic name: Mesalamine delayed-release tablets.

The product is delayed release and is considered maintenance medication for this disease but does not cure it. It can have side effects and drug interactions. Kidney disease vs. Asacol should be closely monitored and your doctor may decide Asacol won’t be your best course of action.

Known Asacol medication side effects include: sneezing, vomiting, acne, hair loss, and nausea, loss of appetite and sunlight sensitivity among other side effects. Discuss any concerns with your doctor or pharmacist. If you have a severe reaction to Asacol including: rash, difficulty breathing, hives, fever, chills or jaundice as well as other severe reactions, seek immediate medical attention.

Asacol drug interactions are known with several drugs including: insulin, ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, anticoagulants, Acetazolamide and some herbs such as Ginkgo Biloba. Many people forget to mention herbal supplements and teas to their doctor when taking a new prescription and some will have interactions, increased or decreased effectiveness so it’s critical when listing your over the counter and prescription medications in the event of an illness to also mention anything herbal or vitamin supplements you are taking that contain herbs. Asacol side effects may be worth suffering if they are less uncomfortable than your Ulcerative Colitis flare ups. It’s important to discuss all pros and cons with your doctor.

Not everyone tolerates this medicine well and some people should not take it. If you are pregnant or breast feeding, have chickenpox, are allergic to NSAID (non steroid anti inflammatory drugs such as Aspirin or Ibuprofen)

Whether using Asacol 400mg or a smaller dose of Asacol medication, if you want to stop taking Asacol due to side effects, speak to your doctor. Asacol, a long term usage drug that should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Because they’re time released, you should never crush them or chew them. The maximum dose of Asacol doesn’t typically exceed 8 x 400mg tablets except in extremely severe IBD cases.

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