What is Pentasa Enema used for?
This medication is for the treatment of ulcerative colitis. It aides in reducing symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as stomach pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. Mesalamine belongs to the aminosalicylate class of drugs and works by decreasing colon swelling. This section indicates uses of this medication that are not included in the approved professional labelling for this medication. Only use this drug for a condition listed here if your doctor has prescribed it to you. This medication can be used for Crohn’s disease.
Pentasa Enema FAQs
How to Use Pentasa Enema?
Immediately before use take the Pentasa Enema bottle out of the foil pack and shake well. Twist the nozzle one full turn clockwise to break the seal. Put your hand in one of the disposable plastic bags provided in the package. Grasp the container and lie on your left side, extend your left leg so it is straight and bend your right leg forward for balance. Carefully insert the applicator tip into your rectum, and maintain sufficient steady hand pressure while emptying the contents of the bottle.
The entire contents of the bottle should be applied in maximum 30-40 seconds. Once the bottle is empty keep it compressed and withdraw the tip. Hold the enema in the bowel by remaining in the administration position for 5-10 minutes or until the urge to pass the enema has passed. Dispose of the enema by rolling the plastic bag from your hand over the bottle, wash your hands.
Pentasa Enema Drug Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work and might increase your risk of side effects. This list is is not exhaustive and you should always tell your doctor about all products (prescription, non-prescription and herbal) you take so that they can avoid and manage any interactions that may occur.
The following products may interact with Pentasa Enema:
- Prograf (tacrolimus)
- Purinethol (Mercaptopurine)
- Azasan (azathioprine)
- Hepsera (adefovir)
- Acyclovir (Zovirax)
- Aspirin
- Diclofenac (Voltaren)
- Indomethacin