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Asacol
Generic Name: E: MESALAMINE (me-SAL-a-meen)
 
Common Uses of Asacol
This medicine is an anti-inflammatory used to treat ulcerative colitis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Possible Asacol Side Effects
Side effects that may go away during treatment, include mild diarrhea, dizziness, mild headache, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, acne, back or joint pain, gas, heartburn, loss of appetite, hair loss, or mild abdominal discomfort or pain. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor right away if you experience severe cramping, severe abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, severe headache, or rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

General Cautions
Do not take this medicine if you have had a severe allergic reaction to aspirin or any medicine containing aspirin. A severe reaction includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you have a question about whether you are allergic to this medicine, contact your doctor or pharmacist. If your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen after you start using this medicine, check with your doctor. Do not stop using this medicine without first checking with your doctor. Keep all doctor and laboratory appointments while you are using this medicine. Intact or partially intact tablets are occasionally found in the stool. If this occurs repeatedly, check with your doctor.

For Women: this medicine is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

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