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Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a long-term condition in which the lining of the colon and rectum becomes inflamed. Small ulcers can form, causing recurring diarrhoea that may contain blood or mucus, along with abdominal pain.

Asacol

Mesalazine

400mg

Mesalazine tablets for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It works directly on the bowel lining rather than affecting the whole body.

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Key points

  • The condition follows a relapsing pattern, with flare-ups of active inflammation alternating with periods of remission.
  • Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation in the colon lining and managing symptoms during flare-ups.

Common questions about Ulcerative Colitis

Which medicines are listed for ulcerative colitis?

The listed products contain mesalazine, an anti-inflammatory medicine that acts locally on the bowel lining rather than affecting the whole body. Asacol is the 400mg tablet formulation of mesalazine.

Is ulcerative colitis the same as Crohn’s disease?

No. Ulcerative colitis affects only the colon and rectum, with continuous inflammation of the inner lining. Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the digestive tract and tends to involve deeper layers of the bowel wall. Both are types of inflammatory bowel disease.

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