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Intazide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Intazide also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Intazide is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Intazide as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Intazide go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Intazide is Mild for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Intazide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Intazide contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Intazide have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Intazide is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Intazide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Intazide safe for pregnant women?
Intazide has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Intazide safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Intazide for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Intazide on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Intazide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Intazide on the Liver?
Intazide may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Intazide on the Heart?
Side effects of Intazide rarely affect the heart.
Intazide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intazide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Intazide habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Intazide.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Intazide will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Intazide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Intazide in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Intazide
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Intazide with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Intazide
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Intazide with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Colazal® (balsalazide disodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 684