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Balsalazide - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Balsalazide Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Balsalazide-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Balsalazide brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Balsalazide
Pronunciation : bal sal' a zide
ICD Code : Y45.9 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Inflammatory Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Balsalazide

India :

International :


Colazal

Why is Balsalazide Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anti-inflammatory agent, prescribed for ulcerative colitis. The medication reduces inflammation of colon.

When should Balsalazide not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Balsalazide?

Adult: PO- Acute attack: 2.25 g 3 times/day, until remission or up to 12 week. Max: 6.75 g/day. Maintenance: 1.5 g twice daily. Max: 6 g/day.

How should Balsalazide be taken?

It comes as a capsule and syrup to take by mouth with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Balsalazide?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney impairment, blood disorders; during pregnancy and lactation.

What are the side effects of Balsalazide?

Most Common- Headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, respiratory tract infection and joint pain.
Respiratory- Cough and inflammation of nose.
Gastrointestinal- Indigestion, loss of appetite, dry mouth, abdominal cramps, constipation and flatulence.
Central Nervous System- Sleeplessness and fatigue.
Miscellaneous- Fever, flu-like syndrome, urinary tract syndrome and muscle pain.

What are the other precautions for Balsalazide?

Take full course of treatment.

What are the storage conditions for Balsalazide?

Oral: Store it at room temperature (25°C).

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