What is a Generic Drug?
A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
Pentasa (5-Aminosalicylic Acid)
Also Known as Salofalk
Prescription Required
We don't have this generic product yet!
Sign up to get exclusive coupon discounts and be the first to be notified when we have this product available.
-
Product Details
Description
Pentasa Crohn's Disease:
Chemical Name: MESALAMINE (me-SAL-a-meen)
Pentasa (5-Aminosalicylic Acid)
Pentasa is an anti-inflammatory medication; it is used for treating mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and for treating mild to moderate Crohn's disease. This medicine helps by reducing the inflammation in the bowel. This medicine is used for treating different places in one's gastrointestinal tract, as Crohn's disease affects the entire gastrointestinal tract whereas ulcerative colitis affects only the colon and the rectum.
Pentasa 500mg is a medication that can be used for both the health conditions. Do not stop using the drug without consulting your doctor first and do not give this drug to anyone else even if they suffer from the same symptoms as you do. You need to consult your doctor before you take any medication on your own.
Pentasa medication can be purchased online from Canada Pharmacy.
Fact Table
Formula
C7H7NO3
License
FDA approved
Bioavailability
Low; but variable depending on formulation
Legal status
Prescription drug
Chemical Name
5-Aminosalicylic Acid
Elimination half-life
0.5-1.5 hours (parent compound), 5-10 hours (metabolites)
Dosage (Strength)
Tablets: 250 mg, 500 mg; Suppositories: 1 g; Enema: 4 g/100 mL
Pregnancy advice
Category B (No risk in non-human studies)
Brands
Pentasa, among others
Protein binding
43%
PubChem CID
89
MedlinePlus
a688021
ChEBI
CHEBI:15841
ATC code
A07EC02
DrugBank
DB00244
KEGG
D00377
Routes of administration
Oral, Rectal
Directions
Once you are prescribed and buy Pentasa, then the dosage of Pentasa medication depends on your treatment and condition. You are to take the medicine orally; swallow the entire capsule making sure that the outer coating does not break.
Do not increase your dosage, consult your doctor first. Pentasa Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis both have different dosages. Your doctor will initially start off with a smaller dose, and then he might increase it.
Take your Pentasa medication as directed by your doctor. If you miss out on a dose, take it as soon as you can and continue with the remaining schedule.
Do not take a double dose in case you've missed out on one.
Ingredients
A Pentasa 500 mg capsule contains 5-ASA 500 mg.
Some other nonmedical ingredients include cellulose, magnesium stearate talc, etc. This medicine does not contain gluten.
Cautions
To ensure your safety, inform your doctor if you have any of the conditions listed:
- If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding
- Allergic
- Unable to swallow the entire tablet
- Gastric or duodenal ulcer
- Urinary tract obstruction
- Susceptible to bleeding
- Decreased liver function
- Heart problems
- Kidney problems
Side Effects
Seek medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction to Pentasa. Some side effects include:
- Abdominal pain
- Back pain
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- A headache
- Vomiting
- Urine discoloration
Other severe side effects include- Numbness
- Kidney problems
- Fever
- Liver problems
- Signs of infections
- Rashes
- Bruising and bleeding
This list does not mention all the possible side effects that one might experience.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 1715
-
Product Reviews
