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Indications

Delzicol is a brand name for mesalamine, which is a medication used to treat mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. It works by reducing inflammation in the colon.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 times daily. Some brands should be taken on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details about your specific brand.

Swallow this medication whole. Do not crush, chew, or break. Doing so can keep the drug from being released properly into the colon.

Drink plenty of fluids during treatment with this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor. This will help prevent kidney stones.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on weight. Different brands of this medication deliver different amounts of medication. Do not switch brands without your doctor’s permission and directions.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

Side Effects

Delzicol may cause serious side effects, including:

• Kidney Problems. Your doctor may check to see how your kidneys are working before taking Delzicol.
• Acute Intolerance Syndrome and Other Allergic Reactions. Some people who use Delzicol can have allergic-type reactions, including acute intolerance syndrome. Other allergic reactions can cause heart problems, including inflammation of the sac around the heart (pericarditis), blood problems, and problems with other organs in the body, such as the kidneys, liver, and lungs. When this happens, it is usually in people who have had an allergic reaction to sulfasalazine. Stop using Delzicol and tell your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms:
  • Cramping
  • Stomach (abdominal) pain
  • Bloody diarrhea
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Chest pain
  • A decrease in the amount of your urine
  • Shortness of breath
  • Eye inflammation
  • Fatigue
  • Rash
• Liver Failure. This can happen in people who have a history of liver problems and have taken other medicines that contain mesalamine. Tell your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms while using Delzicol:
  • Yellowing of your eyes
  • Itchy skin
  • Feeling very tired
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
• Serious Skin Reactions. Some people who use Delzicol can have severe skin reactions. Stop using Delzicol and tell your doctor right away if you develop any of the following signs or symptoms of a severe skin reaction, including:
  • Blisters or peeling of your skin
  • Mouth sores
  • Blisters on your lips or around your mouth or eyes
  • High fever
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Enlarged lymph nodes
  • Skin rash
• Sun Sensitivity. Delzicol can make your skin sensitive to the sun if you have skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis and atopic eczema. Try to limit your time in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear a hat and clothes that cover your skin if you have to be in the sunlight.
• Kidney Stones. Drink plenty of fluids when using Delzicol to decrease your chance of getting kidney stones. Call your doctor right away if you have any of these symptoms:
  • Severe pain in your side or your back
  • Blood in your urine

The most common side effects of Delzicol include:

• Adults: belching, stomachache, constipation, dizziness, runny nose, back pain, rash, upset stomach, and flu symptoms.
• Children (5 to 17 years of age): inflammation of the nose and pharynx, headache, stomachache, dizziness, inflammation of the sinuses, rash, cough, diarrhea, tiredness, fever, and increased lipase.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of Delzicol.

Cautions

Before taking mesalamine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other aminosalicylates (such as balsalazide, olsalazine); or salicylates (such as aspirin, salsalate); or sulfasalazine; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, and stomach blockage (such as pyloric stenosis).

This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun, especially if you have skin problems (such as atopic dermatitis, or eczema). Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

This medication is similar to aspirin. Children and teenagers younger than 18 years should not take aspirin or aspirin-related medications (such as salicylates) if they have chickenpox, flu, or any undiagnosed illness, or if they have recently received a vaccine. In these cases, taking aspirin increases the risk of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Consult your pharmacist or physician.

Form and Strengths

Delzicol is available in the following form and strengths:

Delzicol DR (Delayed Release) Capsule:

• 400 mg

FAQ

What should I avoid while taking Delzicol?

Some patients with pre-existing skin conditions, such as atopic dermatitis or eczema may be more sensitive to sunlight. These people should avoid sun exposure, wear protective clothing, and use broad-spectrum sunscreen when outdoors while taking Delzicol.

Who should not take Delzicol?

Do not take Delzicol if you are:

• Allergic to salicylates or aminosalicylates, such as aspirin or medications that contain aspirin.
• Allergic to any of the ingredients of Delzicol. See below for a full list of ingredients in Delzicol.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-163434-1020/delzicol-oral/mesalamine-5-aminosalicylic-acid-delayed-release-oral/details
2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=71b02324-9430-4269-825f-8fcac5eeaefb
3. https://www.drugs.com/delzicol.html#side-effects