Olsalazine (Oral)

Brand Names : Dipentum, azodisal sodium, sodium azodisalicylate

Proper Use of This Medicine

Olsalazine is best taken with food, to lessen stomach upset. If stomach or intestinal problems continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.

Keep taking this medicine for the full time of treatment , even if you begin to feel better after a few days. Do not miss any doses .

Dosing - The dose of olsalazine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of olsalazine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For oral dosage form (capsules):
  • To prevent ulcerative colitis from occurring again:
    • Adults and teenagers - 500 milligrams (mg) two times a day.
    • Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.