OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule)

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OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) Drug and Prescription Information

OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule)

OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) Medication Classification

OLSALAZINE (By mouth)

OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) Brandname

Dipentum

OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) is used for the Treatment

Olsalazine (ole-SAL-a-zeen) Treats ulcerative colitis (bowel disease) and keeps colitis from recurring.

When To Not Use OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule)

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to olsalazine, mesalamine, or aspirin.

How Should You Use OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule)

Capsule

• Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
• Take olsalazine with food.
• Take this medicine for as long as your has told you to, even if your symptoms are gone after a few days.
If a dose is missed:
• Take the medicine as soon as you remember that you missed a dose.
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your medicine at your usual time.
• You should not use two doses at the same time.

Proper OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) Storage

Store OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) Warnings

• Check with your doctor before taking olsalazine if you have liver or kidney disease or asthma.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.

OLSALAZINE (Oral) (Capsule) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Skin rash, hives, itching, swelling in the face or mouth
• Trouble breathing or swallowing
• Unexplained fever, sore throat, unusual tiredness
• Bloody diarrhea
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
• Mild diarrhea, loose stools
• Loss of appetite, nausea, upset stomach
• Dizziness