Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Asacol Tablet
Asacol Tablet
| Generic name | mesalamine (5-aminosalicylic acid, 5-ASA) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Lower Gastrointestinal Anti-inflammatory / Aminosalicylate |
| Forms | Enteric coated tablet, 400 mg |
Asacol is a prescription medicine containing mesalamine in an enteric-coated tablet. It is used to treat ulcerative colitis, a long-term condition that causes swelling and sores in the lining of the colon and rectum.
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