Cozabal 750mg Tablet
food interaction for Cozabal Tablet
alcohol interaction for Cozabal Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Cozabal Tablet
lactation interaction for Cozabal Tablet
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Cozabal 750mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cozabal 750mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cozabal 750mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cozabal 750mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If you are taking Cozabal 750mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Cozabal 750mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Cozabal 750mg Tablet
Balsalazide(750mg)
Cozabal tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
How cozabal tablet works
Cozabal 750mg Tablet is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
Common side effects of cozabal tablet
Nausea, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Headache, Joint pain, Vomiting, Respiratory tract infection
SUBSTITUTES FOR Cozabal Tablet
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Cozabal Tablet
- You have been prescribed Balsalazide for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
- Do not take antacids with Balsalazide as it can make your inflammation worse.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Balsalazide if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Cozabal 750mg Tablet
Balsalazide
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Cozabal 750mg Tablet?
Continue to take Cozabal 750mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Cozabal 750mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. I am suffering from ulcerative colitis (UC) and piles can I use Cozabal 750mg Tablet?
Cozabal 750mg Tablet is used for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, however, you should not start taking the medicine on your own. Consult a doctor who will prescribe you the right dose and duration of treatment and will address any related or other concerns that you have.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Cozabal 750mg Tablet?
You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Cozabal 750mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.