Balacol 750mg Capsule
Salt Composition:Balsalazide 750mg
Balacol 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. Balacol 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.
Last updated on: 28-10-2023
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Quick Summary
Balacol 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. Balacol 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.
Benefits of Balacol 750mg Capsule
Ulcerative colitis | Crohn?s disease
In Ulcerative colitis Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Balacol 750mg Capsule can relieve these symptoms and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. There are many different brands and your doctor will decide which is most suitable for you. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated. In Crohn?s disease Crohn?s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines. The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen. Balacol 750mg Capsule helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back (keep you in remission).
Side Effects of Balacol 750mg 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. ['Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Headache, Joint pain, Vomiting, Respiratory tract infection']
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Balacol 750mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Balacol 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.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Balacol 750mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Balacol 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 - Balacol 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 Balacol 750mg Capsule, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE - Balacol 750mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION - Balacol 750mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Balacol 750mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Balacol 750mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION - Balacol 750mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Balacol 750mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What If You Forget to take Balacol 750mg Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Balacol 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.
Storage Advice
Store below 30°C
Manufacturer Address
Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
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