Asacol DR (Mesalamine or Mesalazine)

Information about Asacol DR (Mesalamine or Mesalazine)

• Asacol DR, which contains mesalamine (also known as mesalazine), is primarily used to treat and manage inflammatory bowel diseases, specifically ulcerative colitis and, in some cases, Crohn’s disease. 
• Mesalamine helps to reduce inflammation in the lining of the intestines, thereby alleviating symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding.

Product Highlights

• Delayed-release tablets, designed to release mesalamine in specific areas of the gastrointestinal tract.
• Asacol DR is a trademark name for mesalamine tablets with a special coating that allows for targeted delivery in the intestines.
• Typically available as oral tablets with varying strengths.
• Mesalamine (5-ASA) – an anti-inflammatory agent that specifically targets inflammation in the bowel.

Key Ingredients

• Mesalazine

Key Benefits

• Reduces inflammation directly targets and reduces inflammation in the lining of the intestines.
• Improves symptoms helps to alleviate symptoms of ulcerative colitis, including diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and rectal bleeding.
• Helps maintain remission assists in maintaining periods of remission in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases.
• Localized action designed to act specifically where needed in the gastrointestinal tract due to its delayed-release formulation.

Direction For Use

• Follow the prescribed dosage by your healthcare provider, usually taken 1 to 3 times daily.
• Take the tablets whole with a full glass of water. 
• It can be taken without food, but consistent timing is recommended for the best results.

Safety Concern

• Watch for signs of an allergy reaction such as rash, itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing.
• Mesalamine can affect kidney function, so regular monitoring may be necessary, especially if you have pre-existing kidney conditions.
• Caution is advised if you have liver disease, as it may affect how the drug is metabolized.

Avoid Asacol DR (Mesalamine or Mesalazine) If:

• You have a known allergy or hypersensitivity to mesalamine or any of the components in the formulation.
• If you have severe renal impairment or active renal disease, as mesalamine may exacerbate these conditions.
• In cases of gastrointestinal bleeding or other serious intestinal issues, consult your healthcare provider before use.