The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population
Mesalamine rectal suppositories is instilled once a day at bedtime
This product is available in the following Descriptions
Each mesalamine rectal suspension enema delivers up to 4 g of mesalamine to the left side of the colon
What are some other side effects of this drug? All drugs may cause side effects
For ulcerative colitis, proctitis, or proctosigmoiditis: For rectal dosage form (enema): Adults—4 grams (1 unit) every night for 3 to 6 weeks
33 to less than 54 kg: 37 to 61 mg/kg/day, orally, divided into 2 doses a day
Infrequently, Pentasa can worsen ulcerative colitis
Mesalamine administered rectally as ROWASA ® (mesalamine) Rectal Suspension Enema is poorly absorbed from the colon and is excreted principally in the feces during subsequent bowel movements
The empirical formula is C 7 H 7 NO 3, representing a molecular weight of 153
If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly
This treatment reduces the incidence of unwanted side effects and toxicity associated with