Dipentum (Oral)
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Dipentum (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information
Dipentum (Oral)
Dipentum (Oral) Medication Classification
OLSALAZINE (By mouth)
Dipentum (Oral) Brandname
Dipentum
Dipentum (Oral) is used for the Treatment
Olsalazine (ole-SAL-a-zeen) Treats ulcerative colitis (bowel disease) and keeps colitis from recurring.
When To Not Use Dipentum (Oral)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to olsalazine, mesalamine, or aspirin.
How Should You Use Dipentum (Oral)
Capsule
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
- Take olsalazine with food.
- Take this medicine for as long as your has told you to, even if your symptoms are gone after a few days. If a dose is missed:
- Take the medicine as soon as you remember that you missed a dose.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your medicine at your usual time.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper Dipentum (Oral) Storage
Store Dipentum (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Dipentum (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Dipentum (Oral)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.Dipentum (Oral) Warnings
- Check with your doctor before taking olsalazine if you have liver or kidney disease or asthma.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Dipentum (Oral) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Skin rash, hives, itching, swelling in the face or mouth
- Trouble breathing or swallowing
- Unexplained fever, sore throat, unusual tiredness
- Bloody diarrhea If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild diarrhea, loose stools
- Loss of appetite, nausea, upset stomach
- Dizziness
