Aminosalicylate
Aminosalicylate are a class of medications that is often used to treat ulcerative colitis.[1] The class includes among others:[1]
- 4-Aminosalicylic acid
- Balsalazide
- Olsalazine
- Sulfasalazine
- Mesalazine (5-Aminosalicylic acid)
Side effects may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, headaches, and nausea.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 "Ulcerative Colitis". NIDDK. September 2014. Retrieved 3 August 2016.
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