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Brand Name Lialda Options - Manufacturer: Shire

Lialda Description

This medication is used to treat a flare/attack of ulcerative colitis, a type of bowel disease. It does not cure ulcerative colitis, but it may decrease symptoms such as diarrhea and rectal bleeding caused by irritation/swelling (inflammation) in the colon/rectum. Mesalamine is an aminosalicylate anti-inflammatory drug. It is believed to work by keeping your body from making certain natural chemicals that may cause inflammation.

Lialda Directions

Take this medication by mouth with a meal, once a day or as directed by your doctor.
Swallow this medication whole. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets. Doing so can keep the drug from being released properly into the colon.
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day. Do not keep taking this medication longer than directed by your doctor.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

Lialda Cautions

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other medications that are broken down into mesalamine (e.g., sulfasalazine, olsalazine); or to salicylates (e.g., aspirin); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, asthma, abnormal emptying of stomach contents into the intestine (pyloric stenosis), pancreas problems (pancreatitis), certain heart conditions (i.e., myocarditis, pericarditis).
This drug may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
This medication may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol may increase your risk for stomach bleeding, especially when combined with this medication. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Caution is advised when using this drug in older adults because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially kidney problems and effects on the blood (e.g., blood dyscrasias).
This medication is similar to aspirin. Children and teenagers should not take aspirin or aspirin-related medications (e.g., salicylates) if they have chickenpox, flu, or any undiagnosed illness, or if they have just been given a live virus vaccine (e.g., varicella vaccine), without first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before breast-feeding.

Lialda Side Effects

Headache, vomiting, nausea, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, diarrhea, or gas may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor 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.
Infrequently, this medication may make your symptoms worse rather than better (acute intolerance syndrome or sensitivity reaction). Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any of these unlikely but serious side effects: worsening stomach pain/cramping, worsening bloody diarrhea, fever, headache.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: joint/back pain, dark urine, persistent nausea/vomiting, severe stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, signs of infection (e.g., fever with persistent sore throat), easy bleeding/bruising, chest pain, fast heartbeat, change in the amount of urine.
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 (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Lialda Active Ingredients

Mesalamine/Mesalazine