What is Giazo?
Colazal, a brand name of Balsalazide treats mild-to-moderate active Ulcerative Colitis among adults and children older than 5 years. The Giazo Balsalazide brand is prescribed to men over 18 for mild-moderate active ulcerative colitis. Giazo can be used in other ways not mentioned in the medication guide.
Side effects of Giazo
If you experience any of the following signs of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives or swelling on lips, face throat or tongue - seek medical help immediately!
Giazo may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Pain or burning after urinating;
- Colitis can worsen with fever, abdominal pain, cramps, or bloody diarrhea.
- Kidney problems: swelling, little or no urine, weight gain, and swelling
- Liver problems: upper stomach pains, lack of appetite, clay-colored stools and urine, jaundice
- Low red blood cells (anemia), pale skin, unusual fatigue, lightheadedness, or feeling short of breath cold hands and feet.
Giazo can cause the following side effects:
- Headache;
- Mild nausea or vomiting;
- Joint pain
- Fever;
- Symptoms of a cold, including a stuffy nose and sneezing and a sore throat.
There may be other side effects.Need advice about side effects? Consult a healthcare provider. Report side effects by calling the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Warnings
Please read all instructions listed on your medication's package or label before taking. Inform doctors of allergies or medical conditions as well as medicines being taken by telling them which ones.
Before you take this drug
Giazo should not be used if you have an allergy to Giazo, mesalamine, or aspirin (including Kaopectate, Pamprin, Pepto Bismol Tricosal Trilisate, and other salicylates).
If you've ever:
- Kidney disease
- Liver Disease
- A stomach disorder called pyloric stasis
Giazo contains sodium. If you're on a salt-reduced diet, talk to your doctor about using this balsalazide form. Inform your doctor immediately if you plan to get pregnant. Giazo isn't known to harm an unborn child. Having active ulcerative colitis while pregnant can cause premature birth or low weight at birth. Treatment of ulcerative colitis can be beneficial to both mother and baby. Tell your doctor about any diarrhea you observe in the baby if you're breastfeeding. Giazo capsules are not to be administered to children younger than five years of age. The medicine tablet is not to be administered to children under the age of 18.
How to take Giazo?
Read all the instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all the directions. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Giazo is taken either with food or without. Open the capsule and add the medication to a teaspoon of applesauce if you can't swallow it whole. The mixture should be swallowed immediately. Mixing the medicine from the capsule with food can stain your tongue or teeth yellow or orange. The mixture should not be saved for future use. If your symptoms don't improve or worsen, call your doctor. Giazo should only be taken for 8 to 12 weeks. Do not forget to follow your doctor's instructions. Keep away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If your next dose is just around the corner, skip taking more than one at once. Never double dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions on foods, drinks, or activities, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Giazo may interact with other drugs, such as prescription or over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products.Informing your physician of all medications you are currently taking and any that have recently been added or discontinued should help protect both parties involved in treating you effectively.
