Mesalazine Flashcards
1
Q
Effect of aminosalicylates (5-ASA)
A
Reduce gut inflammation
2
Q
Indications of mesalazine
A
UC flare up
Maybe mild crohn’s
3
Q
Contraindications of mesalazine
A
Blood clotting diseases
4
Q
Which laxative may reduce the effectiveness of mesalazine & how can that be avoided
A
Lactulose - maintain fluids