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Indications

Apriso is a prescription medication used in the maintenance of remission of ulcerative colitis in patients 18 years and older.

Apriso contains the active ingredient mesalamine, which is an aminosalicylate. Apriso is an extended-release capsule that utilizes Intellicor technology to slow down the release of the medication in the body over an extended period.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily in the morning.

Swallow the capsules whole. Do not chew or crush the capsules or take the drug with antacids. Doing so can keep the drug from being released properly into the colon.

Drink plenty of fluids during treatment with this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor. This will help prevent kidney stones.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Apriso: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Apriso and call your doctor at once if you have:

• Severe stomach pain, stomach cramping, bloody diarrhea
• Fever, headache, general ill feeling
• Rash, itching, eye redness
• Bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• Low white blood cell counts – fever, chills, mouth sores, skin sores, sore throat, cough, feeling light-headed, 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-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• Low white blood cell counts may be more likely in older adults

Common Apriso side effects may include:

• Burping, constipation, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, or gas
• Dizziness
• Cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, and sore throat
• Back pain
• Headache
• Rash
• Abnormal liver function tests

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

Before taking mesalamine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other aminosalicylates (such as balsalazide, olsalazine); or salicylates (such as aspirin, salsalate); or sulfasalazine; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, and stomach blockage (such as pyloric stenosis).

This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun, especially if you have skin problems (such as atopic dermatitis, or eczema). Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

This medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid aspartame (or phenylalanine) in your diet, ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.

This medication is similar to aspirin. Children and teenagers younger than 18 years should not take aspirin or aspirin-related medications (such as salicylates) if they have chickenpox, flu, or any undiagnosed illness, or if they have recently received a vaccine. In these cases, taking aspirin increases the risk of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Apriso is available in the following form and strengths:

• Apriso ER Capsule:
  • 0.375 g
• Mesalamine ER Capsule:
  • 0.375 g

FAQ

How long does it take for mesalamine to work?

Research studies looking at patients who received daily oral doses of 4 to 6 grams of mesalamine showed that 80% of patients achieved complete or significant clinical improvement within 4 weeks.

Is mesalamine an immunosuppressant?

Mesalamine is an antiinflammatory, not an immunosuppressant.

When is the best time to take mesalamine?

The best time to take or use mesalamine will depend on the specific product you are using and why you are using it (ulcerative colitis induction or maintenance, ulcerative proctitis).

How long can you take mesalamine?

Some forms of mesalamine are used long-term as a maintenance therapy in ulcerative colitis to help prevent symptoms from flaring up.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-151692/apriso-oral/details
2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=7951139c-b271-45a4-b523-34b23800917b
3. https://www.drugs.com/apriso.html#side-effects