Description and Brand Names
Drug information provided by: Micromedex
US Brand Name
- Apriso
- Asacol HD
- Delzicol
- Lialda
- Pentasa
Canadian Brand Name
- Asacol 800
Descriptions
Mesalamine is used to treat and prevent ulcerative colitis (an inflammatory bowel disease). It works inside the intestine (bowel) to reduce inflammation and other symptoms of the disease.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Capsule, Delayed Release
- Tablet, Delayed Release
- Tablet, Enteric Coated
- Capsule, Extended Release
- Tablet
Portions of this document last updated: March 01, 2017
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