Question 1

is entyvio meant to be an alternative to oral mesalamines like lialda? why consider it? is the risk profile better?

Accepted Answer

Entyvio Vs. Mesalamine : Entyvio and mesalamine are different types of medications. They can be used separately or together. The goal of Biologics such as Entyvio is to induce remission, while mesalamine derivatives reduce inflammation but do not induce remission. They have different side effect profiles, and either can be a valid approach in various patient circumstances. Talk to your gastroenterologist. Good luck.

Question 2

dr, my mom is receivig asacol(mesalamine)tab. for ulcerative colitis, is there any alternative treatment?with minimal side effects?or suppository?

Accepted Answer

There is: but  suppositories are useful only in Ulcerative Proctitis (lower rectum)
Treatment for UC and , in fact, all inflammatory bowel disease has advanced a good deal since ASACOL!

Your Mom should speak with her GI Doc!

Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 3

what are mesalamine suppositories used for?

Accepted Answer

Proctitis: Which is an inflammation of the rectum seen in Ulcerative proctitis or crohn's proctitis or non specific proctitis/radiation proctitis. Sometimes they are used off label for internal hemorrhoids.

Question 4

what are effects of pentasa (mesalamine)?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: Pentasa (mesalamine) can decrease inflammation when used to treat conditions like proctitis & ulcerative colitis.

Question 5

what are pentasa (mesalamine) and imuan used for?

Accepted Answer

IBD: Inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis &amp; Crohn's disease. Pentasa (mesalamine) is a type of antiiflammatory agent and Imuran is an immunomodulator.

Question 6

does mesalamine work for crohn's disease of the ileum?

Accepted Answer

Yes but-: It is not indicated for Crohns (it is for ulcerative colitis) but I have had results with it.

Question 7

are dura decabolin cycles more risky while taking mesalamine for crohns?

Accepted Answer

Weight risks: Any steroids either parenteral or oral has
its risks/side effects especially in the long run.  Affects a lot of organ systems. So your md who is taking care of you will brief you more of it. And remember, your condition is an  auto-immune condition. What steroids and other meds being used or available is just  a palliative measure - quiet down or blocks the inflammatory reaction of these condition.

Question 8

i need a refill on a prescription for
mesalamine 0.375g ?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacy: No prescriptions or immediate involvement in patient care is to be expected on this platform that is dedicated mostly to general advise. Your best starting point will be either previous prescriber or pharmacy that can initiate a refill request for you.

Question 9

child ate pentasa (mesalamine)  what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Child eating somethi: Always call poison control to clarify the item ingested. The poison control number is usually an 800 no. And can be found in the front of your phone book, or any emergency room would have it and you could post it on your fridge or put it somewhere quickly accessible. My 10 mo old once put a handful of dishwasher soap in his mouth (not tasty!) but i called just to be sure.

Question 10

if i overdose on pentasa (mesalamine) will i survive?

Accepted Answer

Most likely.: Yes. Unless you have a severe life-threatening adverse event.

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Is entyvio meant to be an alternative to oral mesalamines like lialda? why consider it? is the risk profile better?

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Dr, my mom is receivig asacol(mesalamine)tab. for ulcerative colitis, is there any alternative treatment?with minimal side effects?or suppository?

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What are mesalamine suppositories used for?

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What are effects of pentasa (mesalamine)?

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What are pentasa (mesalamine) and imuan used for?

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Does mesalamine work for crohn's disease of the ileum?

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Are dura decabolin cycles more risky while taking mesalamine for crohns?

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I need a refill on a prescription for mesalamine 0.375g ?

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Child ate pentasa (mesalamine) what should i do?

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If i overdose on pentasa (mesalamine) will i survive?

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