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ASACOL (5-aminosalicylic acid)
ASACOL 400mg, tablet, delayed release (enteric coated)
ASACOL 800mg, tablet

MESALAMINE DELAYED-RELEASE TABLET - ORAL

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Asacol, Mesasal, Pentasa, Salofalk
USES: This medication is used to treat ulcerative colitis, a type of bowel disease. It does not cure ulcerative colitis, but it may decrease symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding caused by irritation/swelling in the colon/rectum. Mesalamine is an aminosalicylate anti-inflammatory drug. It is believed to work by blocking the production of certain natural chemicals that may cause pain and swelling. OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional. This medication may also be used to treat Crohn's disease.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Swallow this medication whole. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets. Doing so can interfere with release of the drug into the colon. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day. Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

SIDE EFFECTS: Flu-like symptoms, vomiting, nausea, dizziness, weakness, headache, constipation, abdominal/back pain, upset stomach, diarrhea, or gas may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Whole or partial tablets may occasionally be seen in your stool. If this occurs frequently, notify your doctor. You may not be receiving enough of the medication. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Infrequently, this medication may make symptoms of your condition worse rather than better (acute intolerance syndrome or sensitivity reaction). Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any of these unlikely but serious side effects: worsening stomach pain/cramping, worsening bloody diarrhea, fever, headache. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: vomit that looks like coffee grounds, black/tarry stools, vision changes, eye pain, tingling of the hands/feet, painful straining during a bowel movement. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: dark urine, persistent nausea/vomiting, severe stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing of the eyes/skin, signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), easy bruising/bleeding, chest pain, shortness of breath, change in the amount of urine, a man's ability to father a child. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other medications that are broken down into mesalamine (e.g., sulfasalazine, olsalazine); or to salicylates (e.g., aspirin); or if you have any other allergies. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, asthma, abnormal emptying of stomach contents into the intestine (pyloric stenosis), pancreas problems (pancreatitis), inflammation of the sac around the heart (pericarditis). This drug may make you dizzy; use caution while engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. This medication may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with this medicine, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially kidney problems and effects on the blood (e.g., blood dyscrasias). This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: drugs that may be harmful to your kidneys (e.g., NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, indomethacin), methotrexate.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

STORAGE: Store the US product at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Store the Canadian product at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.

NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., kidney and liver function tests, sigmoidoscopy, complete blood count) may be performed regularly to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
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