It's normal for some liquid to be left in the bottle afterwards. Remove the nozzle from your bottom. Peel the disposable plastic bag off your hand and use it to cover the bottle, ready to throw away.
Roll onto your front and wait for 5 minutes. This will stop any liquid coming out of your bottom. For sleeping, find a comfortable position that keeps the liquid in your bottom for as long as possible. The longer it stays there, the better it will work.
How to use rectal foam You will usually use mesalazine rectal foam once a day before you go to bed. Wash your hands before and after using the foam. Push a new applicator onto the nozzle. This nozzle sticks out beneath the dome at the top of the can. Shake the can for about 20 seconds. There is a rounded gap at the base of the dome.
Twist the dome until the gap lines up with the nozzle. Put your finger on top of the dome and turn the can upside down. The spray will only work properly if you hold the can with the dome pointing straight down. Either stand with one leg raised on a chair, or lie down on your side with your lower leg stretched out and upper leg bent. Gently put the tip of the applicator into your anus as far as possible. You may want to use a lubricating jelly on the tip of the applicator. Push the dome down.
This fills the applicator with a dose of foam. Release the dome very slowly, to push the foam out. Wait 10 to 15 seconds and then slowly remove the applicator from your bottom. Do this slowly to prevent the foam coming out. Remove the applicator from the nozzle. Put it in the plastic bag provided and throw the bag away with your normal household rubbish.
Will my dose go up or down? What if I forget to take it? Do not take 2 doses together to make up for a forgotten dose. What if I take too much? Taking too much mesalazine as a one-off is unlikely to cause problems. Urgent advice: Contact for advice now if:. Common side effects Common side effects happen in more than 1 in people. Keep taking the medicine, but tell your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away: indigestion, stomach pain or wind feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting diarrhoea headaches, muscle aches and pains Serious side effects Serious side effects are rare and happen in less than 1 in 1, people.
Information: You can report any suspected side effect using the Yellow Card safety scheme. Visit Yellow Card for further information. What to do about: indigestion, stomach pain or wind — try not to eat foods that cause wind like lentils, peas, beans and onions. Eat smaller meals, and eat and drink slowly. Check the instructions that come with your medicine to see if you can take it after you've eaten. Do not take any other medicines to treat vomiting without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor.
Do not take any other medicines to treat diarrhoea without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor. Tell your doctor if the aches continue despite taking painkillers or if they last for more than a few days. Mesalazine and pregnancy You may be advised to continue using mesalazine during pregnancy to make sure that your inflammatory bowel disease remains well controlled. Mesalazine and breastfeeding If your doctor or health visitor says your baby is healthy, then it's usually OK to take mesalazine while breastfeeding.
Non-urgent advice: Tell your doctor if you're:. Tell a pharmacist or doctor if you are taking: medicines that make your poo more acidic, like the laxative lactulose medicines that affect the way your kidneys work, such as azathioprine , mercaptopurine or thioquanine, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs NSAIDs , such as aspirin or ibuprofen certain medicines that help to prevent blood clots, like warfarin Mixing mesalazine with herbal remedies or supplements There's very little information about taking herbal remedies and supplements while taking or using mesalazine.
Important: Medicine safety Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal medicines, vitamins or supplements. How does it work? How long does it take to work?
Mesalazine does not work straight away. How long will I take it for? Do not stop using mesalazine unless your doctor tells you to.
Why is it important to stick to the same brand? Is it safe to take for a long time? Can I stop taking mesalazine? Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease never completely go away. Once a flare-up of the illness has been controlled, your doctor will recommend a smaller dose to be taken daily to reduce the chance of the symptoms from flaring up again.
It is important to not stop the medication suddenly, even when you are feeling well. Doing so may cause the illness to flare up again. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice. Store all forms of this medication at room temperature, protect them from light and moisture, and keep them out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater e. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired. Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor.
Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time. Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects. Although most of these side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:. If you would like a printed copy of a booklet or information sheet, please contact our helpline.
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Aminosalicylates 5-ASAS. Download pdf, KB. Why am I being treated with this medicine? Other names for this medicine. How does it work? Does it matter which type of 5-ASA I have? How do I take 5-ASA?
What is the normal dosage? How long will it take to work? It can take up to three weeks after starting 5-ASAs to feel the benefits. How long will I be on 5-ASA. How effective are 5-ASA? What checks will I need on 5-ASA? What are the most likely side effects on 5-ASA? Can I have immunisations while on 5-ASA? Can I take other medicines along with 5-ASA?
Can I drink alcohol while taking 5-ASA? Do 5-ASAS affect fertility? First, you should know what effective treatment looks like. There are two components of effective treatment — controlling symptoms and then maintaining that control — and both are important parts of truly successful treatment. Effective UC management also involves knowing all your treatment options. Medication can take the form of suppositories, enemas, pills, shots, intravenous infusion, or a combination of several of these, Dr.
Kane says. There are five classes of medications used to treat ulcerative colitis :. That is why your healthcare provider should do some tests when this occurs, to identify what is causing the problem.
Your doctor will appreciate your honesty, she adds. Your doctor will likely want to rule out other possible causes of your symptoms. Tests you may undergo include blood tests , stool studies, and a colonoscopy , he says.
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