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Balsalazide Sodium Capsules

Function and Efficacy

Balsalazide Sodium Capsules are a new type of 5-aminosalicylic acid prodrug. After oral administration, it enters the colon in its original form, minimizing systemic adverse reactions. Balsalazide Sodium Capsules induce chemotaxis of polymorphonuclear leukocytes, inhibit lipoxygenase, lead to reduced leukotriene release and inhibit macrophage migration, and are therefore the first choice for intestinal anti-inflammatory drugs. Balsalazide Sodium Capsules were jointly developed by the First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, the First Hospital of Jilin University, the General Hospital of Tianjin Medical University and the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University as a national Class II new drug.

Ingredients

Chemical name: 5-[[p-[(2-carboxyethyl)carbamoyl]phenyl]azo]salicylic acid disodium salt dihydrate Molecular weight: C17H13N3Na2O6·2H2O

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It is a new type of 5-aminosalicylic acid prodrug. After oral administration, it enters the colon in its original form, minimizing systemic adverse reactions. It induces the chemotaxis of polymorphonuclear leukocytes, inhibits lipoxygenase, leads to reduced leukotriene release and inhibits macrophage migration, so it is the first choice for intestinal anti-inflammatory.

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Appearance

This product is a capsule, and the contents are yellow or orange-yellow powder and granules.

Indication

Inflammatory bowel disease (mild to moderate ulcerative colitis, chronic amoebiasis, Crohn's disease)

Usage and Dosage

Adults: Take 4 capsules each time, three times a day until relief, for up to 12 weeks. Not recommended for children.

Adverse Reactions

Common adverse reactions include: abdominal pain, diarrhea; occasional digestive system: nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, indigestion, abdominal distension, dry mouth, jaundice; respiratory system: cough, pharyngitis, rhinitis; others: headache, arthralgia, myalgia, fatigue, insomnia, urinary tract infection.

Precautions

1. Patients who are allergic to salicylic acid, any ingredients in balsalazide sodium capsules, or balsalazide sodium metabolites are contraindicated. 2. Patients with severe renal insufficiency are contraindicated.

Special Population Medication

Precautions for children: There is no data on the use of this product in children. Precautions for pregnancy and lactation: This product should be used with caution in pregnant and lactating patients. It can only be used when the doctor determines that the benefits outweigh the risks. 5-aminosalicylic acid can cross the placental barrier, but the data are limited and insufficient to evaluate possible adverse reactions. Animal experiments have not found teratogenicity. Precautions for the elderly: There is no data on the use of this product in elderly patients.

Drug Interactions

If used with other drugs, drug interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.

Storage

Keep away from light and store in airtight container.

Packaging Specification

750mg

Validity Period

36 months

Manufacturer

Chifeng Mysun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

  • Founded in:

    2001-11-28
  • Address:

    No. 1, Mengxin Street, Hongshan Economic Development Zone, Chifeng
  • Tax NO.:

    91150402114795518Q
  • Registered Funds:

    44.22 million yuan
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