Mesalamine (Lialda)

Alternate Name: Pentasa

Description: Mesalamine is a generic drug that is prescribed for the treatment of and prevent ulcerative colitis symptoms such as diarrhea and rectal bleeding. The average Mesalamine price is about $922 for 120 tablet delayed release, 1.2 gm. You can use our LowerMyRx savings offer to get a Mesalamine discount of up to 80% off of the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.

Dosage Form: Tablet Delayed Release

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Anti-Inflammatory, Gastrointestinal Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 1.2 GM

Warnings: Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, skin problems (including atopic dermatitis, atopic eczema), or a history of stomach problems (including blockage, pyloric stenosis). Tell your doctor if you had an allergic reaction to sulfasalazine. This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problems, including kidney stonesMesalamine-induced acute intolerance syndromeHeart problems, including myocarditis, pericarditisLiver problemsSerious skin reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). The Apriso® extended-release capsules contain aspartame, which may cause unwanted effects in patients with this condition. This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds. Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Food Warnings: Do not use Apriso® together with an antacid., Some medicines can affect how mesalamine works. Tell your doctor if you are also using azathioprine, mercaptopurine, an antacid, or NSAIDs (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen)., Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). The Apriso„¢ extended-release capsules contain aspartame, which may be a problem for people who have PKU., Carefully follow all directions if you are changing from one brand of this medicine to another brand. Different brands may have different instructions., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.