Mesalamine is used to help with an inflammatory bowel disease called ulcerative colitis (UC)
[1] It is taken by mouth or rectally
If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly
Warnings Kidney problems
If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly
Common side effects of Asacol HD may include: burping, constipation, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, gas; dizziness; cold symptoms such as stuffy
Common side effects of mesalazine include upset stomach, and muscle aches and pains
Tell your doctor right away if your symptoms worsen after
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headache, or a rash while you are using this medicine
Stomach upset, nausea / vomiting, constipation, headache, or joint / muscle pain may occur
Worsening abdominal pain and diarrhoea may be difficult to distinguish from an Chest pain or pressure
Common side-effects include headache, nausea, abdominal pain, and fever
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
fatigue (low energy)*
increased thirst
Lialda (mesalamine) is a brand-name oral tablet that’s prescribed to treat ulcerative colitis
It helps relieve symptoms of mild or moderate UC, such as stomach pain, diarrhea, and gut inflammation
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease ( ulcerative colitis )
Some people may have a reaction to mesalamine rectal enema that looks like the signs of ulcerative colitis
weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet
Check with your doctor right away if you have lower back or side pain, decreased frequency or amount of urine, bloody urine, increased thirst, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, unusual tiredness or weakness
Fever, headache, itching, and rash also may occur
What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication? Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children