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Q: Is it bad to drink hard alcohol while taking asacol and iron supplements?
I take 6 asacol daily with 3 iron supplements daily. I take 3 asacol in the morning and 3 at night. Does anybody know the side effects of drinking hard alcohol such as gin or vodka with these medications?
A: Yes it is dangerous to drink booze with any prescription drug also taking iron is also dangerous with out a doctors permission
Q: How soon did you experience hair loss from taking Asacol?
Anyone that lost hair from Asacol, I would like to know how soon it happened. I have only been taking it only 48 hours and have had a lot of nausea, and weakness. I have always had hair breaking so I wont know what to look for. Plus im in the military so my hair is always being pulled up and breaking in ponytail holders.
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Q: Is there any medicine that is generic for Asacol?
I have colitis & have been on Asacol,and it seems to help me alot.One problem though.I was laid off & lost my insurance & can't afford to get it.It's 50.00 & right now money is very tight.I was just wondering if there is anything cheaper(generic) that I could take instead.I appreciate any suggestions anyone has.
A: Generic Asacol is called Mesalamine which is an Anti Bacterial
Generic Asacol is used for treating and causing remission of various forms of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon).
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Q: Can i drink alcohol if i take asacol?
i take asacol 3 times a day, 3 each sitting= 9 pills a day.
Now if i were to drink alcohol say, twice every month would that have any negative affects or problems
Alright so your saying what if i drank occasionally and not overboard like once in awhile id still affect me?
A: Not necessarily, but I wouldnt recommend you do that since Alcohol is processed in the Liver and asacol has been known to affect the liver, kidney, and cause certain blood disorders. Although it is uncommon, drinking alcohol with it might interact with the liver somehow. Also, it might effect the effects of the asacol and screw with your digestive tract. Since Asacol is a derivative of salicylic acid, 5-ASA is also an antioxidant that traps free radicals which are damaging by-products of the metabolism, they might have adverse effects.
Q: is asacol used in supressing a flare-up for ulcerative colitis or is is just to stay in remission.?
Im confused about this becuause my doctor gave me Asacol for my ulcerative colitis and i am having a flare up now. Is there another medicine i should be taking for my flare up?
A: Sorry about this problem you are having!! My father too has this. Unfortunately, that is the most recommended by some doctors. If you seriously want to get rid of this problem it may be worth going to a Natural doctor who uses all natural products with no chemicals or toxins!! An Herbalist or even a good Chiropractor would know exactly how to heal and get rid of this problem and cure you.
Please give it a try, don't settle for anything but all natural treatment if you can!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good luck to you
Q: I take Asacol (a drug); what pain medicine (for headaches) should I take?
Asacol is an anti-inflammatory drug, and it's my understanding that some pain relievers shouldn't be taken when you're taking an anti-inflammatory. Which pain reliever should I take when I have a headache?
A: Simple analgesics are better for you, like paracetamol(tylenol).You'd better take your drugs after eating foods, or with a glass of water.Also try valerian tea.
Q: Can I drink alcohol if i am taking Entocort and Asacol?
I have Crohn's Disease, and I have never drank before, but I was wondering if I do drink (because I am sick of being the DD) will it effect me with my medicine?
Please don't tell me not to drink, just answer if it is effected.
A: Entocort may increase the dizziness you'll get with alcohol..but really that's kinda harmless. Now with asacol if you start drinking like a lot on a regular basis it could increase your chances of stomach bleeding. But really I just say be safe, and don't go overboard with drinking and you should be alright :)
Q: should i start taking asacol again?
i have had ulcerative colitis for three years and stopped taking asacol for 8 months and have not had a flare up or any symptoms of ulcerative colitis. should i go back to taking my medication ( asacol)? what are your opinions?
A: this is not a question for yahoo answers it is a question for your Dr.!
Q: Can you drink alcoholic beverages when using the medication Asacol?
A: It is recommended that you limit your alcohol intake when taking this medication. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with this medicine, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.
Q: I have Ulcerative Colitis and take Asacol for the illness. Is it okay to take these pills while pregnant?
A: Drugs are labeled for pregnancy by category (A, B, C, D, orX) Asacol is a category B. This means that animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus. Basically, category B drugs are safe... but make sure you talk with your perscribing doc and your OB to see what they think. If the benefits outweigh the risks (which in your case I'm pretty sure they will), they will tell you to continue taking it.
Q: Will an ulcerative colitis patient die without medication such as asacol?
A: i known someone who had to have surgery,due to the ulcerative colitis.
the bowel became so narrow,almost nothing was passing through.
the meds help people too.
but,sometimes a section of the bowel has to be removed no matter what.
some people bleed through the bowel.the bleeding has to be stopped.
Q: My husband has recently been prescribed Asacol for Ulcerative Colitis?
should he only be taking it during a flare-up or as a preventitive? We don't have insurance and it is costing us $98 every 3 weeks!!! HELP!
He was prescribed to take it 600 mg 3xday. The thing is though is we are uninsured and each prescription only lasts for 3 weeks. So we are paying $98.00 every 3 weeks. We make $200 too much to qualify for patient assist programs.
A: Asacol (mesalamine) is an anti inflammatory medication used for inflammation in the colon. The best way to use this medication is as a maintenance medication to prevent flair ups. He can only take this medication during acute flair ups but when he does this, he loses the therapeutic level of the medication because he doesn''t always have this drug in the body system. Plus, for Asacol, it's a 400 - 800 mg delayed release tablet that should be taken 3 times a day (or as his doctor prescribed it). The best way to prevent flair ups is using this as a maintenance med since I can imagine waiting until a flair up actually happens isn't much fun, and then you have to wait for the med to work and develop a therapeutic level in the body
Q: Is anyone losing hair from taking the medication Asacol and does it stop falling out eventually?
A: Taking prescription medicine use to make my hair fall out too. My pills said take plenty of water and Im not a water drinker which is why mine was falling out. Once i started drinking the adequate amount of water i saw a difference. Also take Vitamin E tablets once a day. It helps keep your hair, skin, and nails strong and healthy. It also helps relieve cramps during your period too.
Q: What can the medicine Asacol do to your kidneys?
Asacol is used to treat Ulcerative Colitis
A: it may cause renal impairment, nephrophaty, nephritis and renal failure, due to components in Asacol converting to mesalamine, which targets its toxicity towards kidneys, but this is a seldom side-effect in otherwise healthy patients.
Q: Is it bad to drink alcohol if I'm taking asacol, mercaptopurine, prednisone, and celexa?
A: Alcohol is a poison eliminated by your liver and excreted by your renal system.
Unfortunately, your liver also metabolizes drugs too. You should talk to a pharmacist or doctor and seek professional advice on these medications. Most of them will have a warning about alcohol use, if they interact.
Generally speaking, alcohol would not be recommended because the combination of drugs you are taking can get dangerous if alcohol intoxication is involved.