Asacol HD Dosage
Generic name: MESALAMINE 800mg
Dosage form: tablet, delayed release
Drug class: 5-aminosalicylates
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 22, 2024.
2.1 Important Administration Instructions
- Do not substitute one Asacol HD 800 tablet for two mesalamine delayed-release 400 mg oral products.
- Evaluate renal function prior to initiation of Asacol HD.
- Take Asacol HD tablets on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before and 2 hours after a meal.
- Swallow Asacol HD tablets whole. Do not cut, break or chew the tablets.
- Drink an adequate amount of fluids.
- Intact, partially intact, and/or tablet shells have been reported in the stool; Instruct patients to contact their healthcare provider if this occurs repeatedly.
- Protect Asacol HD tablets from moisture.
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