Salofalk is a medication that contains the active ingredient mesalazine, which belongs to a group of medicines called aminosalicylates. This medication is commonly used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Salofalk works by reducing inflammation in the bowel, helping to relieve symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. It is suitable for individuals who are diagnosed with mild to moderate forms of these conditions.
About Salofalk
Dosage and usage
For adults, the usual dose of Salofalk is 500 mg to 1 g to be taken three times a day. Your doctor may adjust this dosage based on your condition and response to the treatment. It is essential to follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Remember not to exceed the recommended dose, and if you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. If you experience any unusual symptoms or side effects, contact your healthcare provider promptly.
What Salofalk contains
Each Salofalk tablet contains 500 mg of mesalazine as the active ingredient. Other components include microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, macrogol 8000, talc, titanium dioxide (E171), and iron oxide yellow (E172).
Side effects
Common side effects of Salofalk may include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Serious side effects such as severe allergic reactions or worsening of colitis symptoms may occur in rare cases. If you experience persistent headaches, severe abdominal pain, or notice blood in your stool, seek medical help immediately.
Precautions
Do not use Salofalk if you are allergic to mesalazine or any of the other ingredients in the product. Inform your doctor about any medical conditions you have, especially if you have kidney problems or a history of liver disease. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare provider before using Salofalk. Individuals with heart conditions or those taking certain medications should also seek medical advice before starting this treatment.
Sources:
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College ter Beoordeling van Geneesmiddelen. (2019b, 1 September). Salofalk 250, maagsapresistente tabletten 250 mg (Salofalk 250, enteric-coated, 250 mg tablets) | Geneesmiddeleninformatiebank. Consulted on 28 April 2020 on https://www.geneesmiddeleninformatiebank.nl/ords/f? p=111:3::SEARCH:NO::P0_DOMAIN,P0_LANG,P3_RVG1:H,NL,11086
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College ter Beoordeling van Geneesmiddelen. (2019d, 1 September). Salofalk Schuim, 1 g/dosis schuim voor rectaal gebruik (Salofalk Rectal Foam, 1g/dose for rectal use) | Geneesmiddeleninformatiebank. Consulted on 28 April 2020 on https://www.geneesmiddeleninformatiebank.nl/ords/f? p=111:3::SEARCH:NO::P0_DOMAIN,P0_LANG,P3_RVG1:H,NL,28179
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Crohn en Colitis Ulcerosa Vereniging Nederland (CCUVN) (Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis Association). (n.d.). Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD): Crohn en colitis ulcerosa (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis). Consulted on 28 April 2020 on https://www.crohn-colitis.nl/ibd/
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Package leaflets
Read package leaflet closely before using Salofalk.
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