About Balsalazide Disodium
Class: | Aminosalicylate, Anti-inflammatory agent
Use: | Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis
Adult dose: | 2.25 g (three 750 mg capsules) three times daily for 8-12 weeks; maintenance dose may be lower
Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in children under 5 years; for children 5 years and older, dosing should be individualized by a healthcare provider
Side effects: | Headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, respiratory infection, arthralgia
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Drug Class
Aminosalicylate, Anti-inflammatory agent
Uses & Indications
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis
Storage Requirements
Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F)
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Almirall Prodes Pharma Pharm. Ind. S.L., SPAIN
Package Size
130s
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 313.95
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
2.25 g (three 750 mg capsules) three times daily for 8-12 weeks; maintenance dose may be lower
Pediatric Dose
Safety and efficacy not established in children under 5 years; for children 5 years and older, dosing should be individualized by a healthcare provider
Side Effects
Headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, respiratory infection, arthralgia
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to balsalazide, salicylates, or any component of the formulation; severe renal impairment
Important Warnings
Use with caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment; monitor renal function; potential for exacerbation of colitis symptoms; rare cases of acute intolerance syndrome resembling a flare of inflammatory bowel disease
Related Medicines in Same Category
See also: Other Aminosalicylate, Anti-inflammatory agent medicines available in UAE pharmacies
Olsalazine Sodium
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.