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Balsalazide is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Balsalazide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Balsalazide 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 Balsalazide safe for pregnant women?
Balsalazide has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Balsalazide safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Balsalazide in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Balsalazide is unavailable.
What is the effect of Balsalazide on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Balsalazide. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Balsalazide on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Balsalazide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Balsalazide on the Heart?
Balsalazide is rarely harmful for the heart.
Balsalazide 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 Balsalazide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Balsalazide habit forming or addictive?
Balsalazide does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Balsalazide since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Balsalazide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Balsalazide for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Balsalazide
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Balsalazide, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Balsalazide
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Balsalazide.
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