Balsalazide (By Mouth)

Balsalazide (bal-SAL-a-zide)

Treats ulcerative colitis.

Brand Name(s):

Colazal
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to balsalazide or salicylates such as aspirin.

How to Use This Medicine:

Capsule

• Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
• Never share your medicine with anyone.

If a dose is missed:

• If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
• Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are also taking antibiotics.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease or pyloric stenosis (narrowing of the opening where food moves from the stomach to the intestine).

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Increased bloody or black diarrhea, fever, stomach pain

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Headache
• Joint pain
• Mild diarrhea
• Mild stomach pain
• Nausea or vomiting
• Runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, or cough
• Tiredness or trouble sleeping

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.