Mesalamine DR
LIALDA
What it isPPAR-gamma agonist and 5-lipoxygenase inhibitor acting locally in bowel; ulcerative colitis induction and maintenance.
Why this oneIts multimatrix delayed release spreads mesalamine through the colon, and products are not freely interchangeable.
What limits itCheck renal function for interstitial nephritis; paradoxical acute intolerance causes worse pain, diarrhea, and bleeding.
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Classes and tags
Clinical profile
Mechanism of action: Mesalamine DR ballicule
