Rowasa

To Use Rowasa or Canasa Suppositories

1. Rowasa suppositories should be used twice a day. Canasa suppositories can be used 2 or 3 times a day.
2. You should handle the suppositories as little as possible, because they are designed to melt at body temperature.
3. Remove one suppository from the strip of suppositories.
4. While holding the suppository upright, carefully remove the wrapper.
5. Using gentle pressure, insert the suppository (with the pointed end first) completely into the rectum. A small amount of lubricating gel may be used on the tip of the suppository to assist insertion.
6. The suppository should be retained for 1 to 3 hours or longer for best results.

To take Pentasa or Asacol

Swallow the capsule or tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it before swallowing.

You may notice what looks like small beads in your stool. These are just empty shells that are left after Rowasa has been absorbed into your body. However, if this continues, check with your doctor.

--If you miss a dose...

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.

--Storage instructions...

Store these products at room temperature. Keep suppositories away from direct heat, light, and humidity. Do not refrigerate.

Rowasa side effects

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any side effects develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor immediately. Only your doctor can determine whether it is safe to continue using Rowasa.

• Side effects generally include:
  Diarrhea, dizziness, flu-like symptoms, gas, headache, nausea, stomach pain

Other typical side effects may include: Abdominal pain, acne, back pain, belching, bloating, chest pain, chills, constipation, fever, hair loss, hemorrhoids, indigestion, insomnia, itching, joint pain, leg pain, liver disorders, menstrual problems, muscle pain, nasal inflammation, rash, rectal pain or bleeding, sore throat, stomach and intestinal bleeding, sweating, swelling of the arms and legs, tiredness, urinary burning, vomiting, weakness