Is Colazal used to treat colitis?

Answer by  Bubbles87 (18)

Colazal (Balsalazide) is used to treat ulcerative colitis. It is an anti-inflammatory drug used to reduce inflammation in the bowel. In the body the drug is converted into mesalamine which reduces diarrhea, rectal bleeding, stomach pain and inflammation.

Answer by  harriett (428)

Colazal, or balsalazide, is one of the many drugs used to treat inflammatory bowel conditions including both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It is useful in relieving the inflammation in the colon. Since it has some of the same chemical make-up as aspirin, the same precautions that apply to aspirin would apply to it as well.

Answer by  Aubrey (356)

Colazal is a drug used to treat the cause and symptoms of ulcerative colitis in senior adults. This drug is also approved by the FDA.

Answer by  cafish (2035)

Yes, it is used to treat colitis. It is sometimes prescribed for patients when other medication is ineffective. When patients have left sided colitis, this medication is chosen by doctors since it seems to be more effective in treating this disease. It has been approved by the FDA for patient use.

Answer by  vicki94 (477)

Colazal is prescribed to treat ulcerative, a condition that causes inflammation in the colon. It decreases the production of chemicalsthat lead to inflammation. I comes in capsule form and can be taken three times a day. Can produce abdominal pain and diarrhea, and minor joint pain. It is made by Salaz Pharmaceuticals.