Dipentum

Olsalazine 250gm

Packs of 1000 x 250mg Capsules

Dipentum (Olsalazine) Uses

Dipentum (Olsalazine) is used to treat a certain type of bowel disease called ulcerative colitis. It does not cure ulcerative colitis, but it may decrease symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding caused by irritation/swelling of the colon/rectum. After an attack is treated, olsalazine is used to increase the amount of time between attacks.

Olsalazine is a salicylate anti-inflammatory drug. It is believed to work by blocking the production of certain natural substances (e.g., prostaglandins) that may cause pain and swelling.

1How To Use Dipentum (Olsalazine)

Take this medication by mouth, usually twice a day about 12 hours apart or as directed by your physician. Take with food or after meals to prevent stomach upset. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day.

Tell your physician if your condition persists or worsens.

Dipentum (Olsalazine) Side Effects

Headache, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your physician or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your physician has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your physician immediately if diarrhea occurs. Your physician may need to lower your dose or prescribe another medication to treat the diarrhea.

Tell your physician immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

• severe stomach/abdominal pain
• pale stools
• unusual tiredness
• persistent nausea/vomiting
• change in the amount of urine
• dark urine
• yellowing eyes/skin
• signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
• easy bruising/bleeding

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

• rash
• itching
• swelling
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Dipentum (Olsalazine) Interactions

Your physician or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your physician or pharmacist first.

Before using this medication, tell your physician or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of:

• mercaptopurine
• thioguanine
• warfarin

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your physician or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your physician and pharmacist.

Delivery Time: 7-14 Days