Canasa 1000 mg suppositories for rectal administration Images
Generic Name: mesalamine
This medication has been identified as Canasa 1000 mg suppositories for rectal administration. It is supplied by Allergan plc.
Canasa is used in the treatment of Ulcerative Proctitis and belongs to the drug class 5-aminosalicylates. excluding Asacol and Asacol HD: There is no proven risk in humans during pregnancy. Asacol and Asacol HD: Risk cannot be ruled out during pregnancy. Canasa 1000 mg suppositories for rectal administration is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
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Canasa
- Generic Name
- mesalamine
- Strength
- 1000 mg suppositories for rectal administration
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Drug Class
- 5-aminosalicylates
- Pregnancy Category
- B - No proven risk in humans - excluding Asacol and Asacol HD, C - Risk cannot be ruled out - Asacol and Asacol HD
- CSA Schedule
- Not a controlled drug
- Labeler / Supplier
- Allergan plc
- National Drug Code (NDC)
- 58914-0501
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