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PENTASA is indicated for the induction of remission and for the treatment of patients with mildly to moderately active ulcerative colitis. PENTASA is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to mesalamine, any other components in this medication, or salicylates.
Drug information provided by: Micromedex. US Brand Name. Apriso; Asacol HD; Delzicol; Lialda; Pentasa; Canadian Brand Name. Asacol 800; Descriptions. Mesalamine is used to treat and prevent ulcerative colitis (an inflammatory bowel disease). It works inside the intestine (bowel) to reduce inflammation and other symptoms of the disease. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.