Review the side-effects of Olsalazine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal- Diarrhea, abdominal pain/cramps, nausea, indigestion, abdominal bloating, vomiting, mouth ulcer and increased blood in stool.
Metabolic- Loss of appetite.
Central Nervous System - Headache, sleeplessness, fatigue, drowsiness, lethargy, depression, dizziness and fainting.
Skin- Rash and itching.
Musculoskeletal- Joint pain.
Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection.
Dipentum
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal- Diarrhea, abdominal pain/cramps, nausea, indigestion, abdominal bloating, vomiting, mouth ulcer and increased blood in stool.
Metabolic- Loss of appetite.
Central Nervous System - Headache, sleeplessness, fatigue, drowsiness, lethargy, depression, dizziness and fainting.
Skin- Rash and itching.
Musculoskeletal- Joint pain.
Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection.
Other Precautions :
Avoid exposure to sunlight and alcohol consumption while taking this medication.Drug Name : Olsalazine
Olsalazine(Dipentum) generic is an anti-inflammatory agent, prescribed for ulcerative colitis. It works by preventing the production of substances that cause inflammation. .Trade Names for Olsalazine
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Dipentum
