Rowasa (Mesalamine)
Purpose of Medication and Method of Action
Rowasa is indicated for the treatment of inflammation of the colon or rectum (inflammatory bowel disease). The mechanism of Rowasa is to prevent the formation by the intestine of chemicals (prostaglandins) which initiate the inflammatory process.
Side Effects
This product is used rectally and the side effects include: headache (9%), intestinal gas [flatulance] (6%), and abdominal pain (6%).
Drug Interactions
None
Cautions and Contraindications
Those with a history of asthma.
Usual Dose
Suppository - one suppository two times a day - try and retain for three hours. Enema - one instillation once a day at bedtime and retain until the morning. The enema should be shaken well.
Patient Medication Information
These information sheets do not list all known side effects of the medications, only the most common side effects. For a complete list of side effects please contact your local pharmacy or the actual drug manufacturing company.