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Colazal - Balsalazide

Bharat Pothuri Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Pothuri, MD, FACG
Brand Name
Colazal
Generic Name
Balsalazide
Drug Class
5-HT3 Receptor Antagonist
Availability
Prescription
Manufacturer
Salix Pharmaceuticals
Indications
Ulcerative Colitis
Type
Capsule
Doses
2.25 g orally 3 times daily
Route
Oral
Side Effects
Headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea
Interactions
Minimal systemic interaction; mostly local effect
Overdose
Infections, clot risk in overdose.
Missed Dose
Take ASAP unless directed otherwise.
Contraindications
Salicylate allergy
Alternatives
Mesalamine, Sulfasalazine
Co-Pay Assistance Program
Available Rx
Patient Assistance Program
Available

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Balsalazide used for?

It is also used in the treatment of the inflammatory bowel diseases such as the ulcerative colitis using the assistance of inhibiting the intestinal inflammation by using balsalazide.

How does Balsalazide work?

Balsalazide is a medication that involves the curing of bowel swellings that reduce the effects of ulcerative colitis and the healing of biscuits.

What are the side effects of Balsalazide?

It causes such side effects as abdominal pains, diarrhea and headache. It may be an allergic reaction as an exception. Visit your doctor when you develop some severe symptoms.

Does Balsalazide have any effect on pregnancy?

The balsalazide may also be used in case of pregnancy but under this case the safety of the drug is not established as established in any other case thus this is the reason why the drug should only be used under the guidance of the physician.

How do you administer Balsalazide?

Balsalazide is administered in the forms of capsules and tablets and is used as oral therapy with or without meals. Ready made in accordance with the physician.

What is the best dose of Balsalazide?

The amount of Balsalazide which will be given will rely on the severity of the condition to be addressed. Do not ignore the real prescription that is presented to you by your physician.

Does it interact with other medications?

Balsalazide may also have interactions with the other medications especially with medications that are taken with the purpose of treating the GI tract and thus, it must inform the doctor of all medications.

Which is the most adequate measure to consider in case of the missed dose of Balsalazide?

You should take it as soon as you are reminded of taking it, but not just before you take the next dose in case you forget. Do not take two doses at once.

Is Balsalazide a long term safe drug?

The same is balsalazide, which is also long acting, but can be administered as a medical prescription especially in the prevention of ulcerative colitis exacerbation. Frequent checkups are promoted.

How long do you take Balsalazide to respond?

The Balsalazide may even be capable of spending a course of weeks in order to reach the top limit to the ulcerative colitis symptom and inflammation reduction.