Part of the group aminosalicylic acid

Asacol, Pentasa, Rowasa, Lialda are other names of this medication

Is an anti-inflammatory drug

Uses: Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease

Method of Action:

– Acts directly on the intestines

– Is the active ingrediant in Sulfasalazine when metabolized

Side Effects

– Diarrhea
– Nausea
– Bloating
– Cramping
– Headache
– others

Blood work to check liver and kidney should be done regularly