What is Colazal (Balsalazide) prescribed for?
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease. And it causes irritation, inflammation, and ulcers in the lining of your large intestine. Unfortunately, there is now cure. And people will usually have symptoms off and on for the rest of their life.
Ulcerative colitis is what can happen when your immune system makes a mistake. Normally it will attack invaders within your body, like the common cold for example. But when you have UC your immune system things food, good gut bacteria, and the cells that line your colon as intruders. White blood cells that usually protect you attack the lining of your colon instead. They cause the inflammation and ulcers.
Colazal is used to treat a bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. This is an inflammatory bowel disease. It causes irritation, inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine. This medication helps to reduce many of its symptoms, such as; diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Overall, it works by decreasing swelling in the colon.
This medication comes in a singular dose, which is 750mg. Remember your dose is based on your medical background and your overall response to the treatment. If your doctor or pharmacist has given you some information in the form of a pamphlet, take the time to read up on this drug, and if you have any questions or concerns regarding this medication, please consult your doctor.