Aminosalicylate Sodium (Systemic)

Brand Names : Tubasal, Nemasol Sodium, PAS

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Fever; joint pains; skin rash or itching; unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

Abdominal pain (severe); backache; headache; lower back pain; pain or burning while urinating; paleness of skin; sore throat; yellow eyes or skin

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common - with long-term, high-dose therapy

Changes in menstrual periods; decreased sexual ability in males; dry, puffy skin; swelling of front part of neck; weight gain (unusual)

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Diarrhea; loss of appetite; nausea and vomiting; stomach pain (mild)

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.