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Indications

Asacol HD is used to treat moderately active ulcerative colitis (UC) in adults.

Mesalamine is a 5-aminosalicylic acid that inhibits substances in your colon that cause inflammation and tissue damage. This action allows Asacol HD to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis including diarrhea, stomach pain, and rectal bleeding.

Dosage and Administration

The dose of Asacol HD that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and the severity of the ulcerative colitis being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions for use and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic results. Do not take higher amounts than prescribed for longer than recommended.

• Swallow tablets whole, do not crush or chew
• Take on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating
• Drink plenty of fluids during treatment to prevent kidney stones
• Most adults take 1600mg three times daily for up to 6 weeks to treat moderately active UC
• Contact your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Asacol HD may cause some side effects to develop while reducing inflammation in your colon to treat UC. Speak with your healthcare provider for more information regarding any symptoms that you might have during treatment.

Common Asacol HD side effects:

• Burping, constipation, nausea, vomiting
• Stomach pain, diarrhea, gas
• Dizziness
• Cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat)
• Back pain
• Headache
• Rash
• Abnormal liver function tests

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Asacol HD. Stop using this medication and contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following side effects:

• Severe stomach pain or cramping
• Bloody diarrhea
• Fever, headache, ill-feeling
• Rash, itching, eye redness
• Bloody or tarry stools, coughing blood, vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• Low white blood cell counts (fever, chills, mouth sores, skin sores, sore throat, cough, light-headed feeling, trouble breathing)
• Signs of a kidney stone (severe pain in your side and back, frequent need to urinate, foul-smelling urine, dark or cloudy urine)
• Kidney problems (increased or decreased urination, swelling, weight gain)
• Liver problems (loss of appetite, upper stomach pain, tiredness, easy bruising or bleeding, dark urine, clay-coloured stools, jaundice)

Low white blood cell counts may be more likely to occur in older adults using Asacol HD.

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Asacol HD if you are allergic to mesalamine, aspirin, sulfasalazine, or any other salicylates. Stop taking this medication and call your healthcare provider if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction including:

• Hives
• Trouble breathing
• Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

• If you experience severe stomach pain, stomach cramping, or bloody diarrhea that may occur with a fever, headache, and skin rash, contact your healthcare provider right away.
• To ensure your safety when taking Asacol HD, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following conditions:
  • Kidney problems
  • Liver issues
  • Eczema or another skin condition
  • Blockage in your stomach or intestines
  • Heart-related allergic reactions like inflammation of the heart muscle or the heart lining
• Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment with Asacol HD to discuss the benefits and risks.
• Ask your healthcare provider about breastfeeding while taking Asacol HD to ensure the safety of your child.
• If you have a skin condition, Asacol HD may make your skin burn more easily under the sun. Avoid long exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays and wear sunscreen when outside.
• Some drugs may interact with Asacol HD and cause adverse reactions. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medications you use, including any over the counter ones, but especially any of the following:
  • Azathioprine
  • 6-mercaptopurine
  • Supplements that contain iron
  • Certain medications used to treat infections
  • Certain cancer medications
  • Medicines used to prevent organ transplant rejection
  • Blood pressure medications
  • Medicines used to treat pain or arthritis such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Asacol HD is not an approved treatment for anyone under the age of 18.

Form and Strength

This ulcerative colitis medicine is available in the form of extended-release tablets.

• Asacol HD extended-release tablet strength:
  • 800mg

The 800mg extended release Asacol HD tablets are available in quantities of 90, 180, and 270.

FAQ

How long does it take for Asacol HD to work?

Asacol HD extended-release tablets are readily absorbed into your system and offer support for your ulcerative colitis symptoms throughout the day. When taken at daily doses ranging from 4 to 6 grams, this medication has been shown to provide significant improvement of UC conditions within 4 weeks.

How long can you take Asacol HD?

Asacol HD is recommended to be taken for up to 6 weeks to treat moderately active ulcerative colitis. Doses of 1600mg taken three times daily tend to improve symptoms within 4 to 6 weeks. Follow all your healthcare provider’s directions for use.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/asacol.html
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3. https://www.asacolhd.com/
4. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/medications/mesalamine-5-aminosalicylic-acid-delayed-release-oral