Balsacol 750mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Balsacol 750mg Capsule is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.
Balsacol 750mg Capsule may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. The tablets should be swallowed whole with water, do not break, crush, or chew them. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, joint pain, upper respiratory tract infections. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Balsacol 750mg Capsule may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. The tablets should be swallowed whole with water, do not break, crush, or chew them. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, joint pain, upper respiratory tract infections. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Uses of Balsacol Capsule
Side effects of Balsacol Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Balsacol
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Joint pain
- Vomiting
- Respiratory tract infection
How to use Balsacol Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Balsacol 750mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Balsacol Capsule works
Balsacol 750mg Capsule is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Balsacol 750mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Balsacol 750mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Balsacol 750mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If you are taking Balsacol 750mg Capsule, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Balsacol 750mg Capsule, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Balsacol 750mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Balsacol 750mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Balsacol 750mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Balsacol 750mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.
Use of Balsacol 750mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Balsacol 750mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Balsacol 750mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Balsacol Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Balsacol 750mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Balsacol 750mg Capsule for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
- Do not take antacids with Balsacol 750mg Capsule as it can make your inflammation worse.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Balsacol 750mg Capsule if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- You have been prescribed Balsacol 750mg Capsule for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
- Do not take antacids with Balsacol 750mg Capsule as it can make your inflammation worse.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Balsacol 750mg Capsule if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
5-Aminosalicylic Acid (5-ASA)
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Balsacol Capsule for?
Ulcerative co*
100%
*Ulcerative colitis
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Balsacol 750mg Capsule?
Nausea
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Balsacol Capsule?
With food
67%
With or witho*
33%
*With or without food
Please rate Balsacol 750mg Capsule on price
Expensive
56%
Not Expensive
33%
Average
11%
FAQs
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Balsacol 750mg Capsule?
Continue to take Balsacol 750mg Capsule as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Balsacol 750mg Capsule without consulting your doctor.
Q. I am suffering from ulcerative colitis (UC) and piles can I use Balsacol 750mg Capsule?
Balsacol 750mg Capsule is used for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, however, you should not start taking the medicine on your own. Consult a doctor who will prescribe you the right dose and duration of treatment and will address any related or other concerns that you have.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Balsacol 750mg Capsule?
You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Balsacol 750mg Capsule, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Balsacol 750mg Capsule cause joint pain?
Yes, Balsacol 750mg Capsule may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Q. How should I use Balsacol 750mg Capsule?
Balsacol 750mg Capsule should be used exactly as directed by your doctor. The tablets should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not break, crush, or chew them. Remember to drink adequate fluids to remain well hydrated, especially after severe or prolonged episodes of vomiting and/or diarrhea, high fever, or heavy sweating while taking this medicine. This is done to avoid kidney problems.
Q. When is the best time to take Balsacol 750mg Capsule?
Take Balsacol 750mg Capsule exactly as directed by your doctor. You should take 3 or 6 tablets daily in divided doses (not to be taken at once).
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