Understanding ulcerative colitis – what it is, how it's diagnosed and how it differs from other forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – is the first step in helping to take control of your condition.
Understand Ulcerative Colitis

An Overview of Ulcerative Colitis

What is
Ulcerative Colitis?

Understand more about what Ulcerative Colitis is and how it's diagnosed. >>

What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease?

Read about two forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease and what distinguishes them. >>

Ulcerative Colitis
Symptoms

Get an overview of the symptoms one may encounter when living with Ulcerative Colitis. >>
Asacol (mesalamine) delayed-release tablets, available only by prescription, are indicated to treat mild to moderate flare-ups of ulcerative colitis and maintain remission of ulcerative colitis. Asacol is generally well tolerated. In studies of flare-ups, some people taking Asacol reported headache, abdominal pain, general pain, rash, upset stomach, and worsening of colitis symptoms. In a six month maintenance study, some people reported headache, runny nose, general pain, sore throat, infection, and nervousness. You should not take Asacol if you are allergic to Asacol or to salicylates such as aspirin. Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or a history of kidney disease. It is recommended that all people have their kidney function tested prior to starting Asacol tablets and periodically while on Asacol therapy. Serious side effects may occur. If you have questions about taking Asacol, please talk to your doctor.
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