Colitis Articles A-Z

Colazal

Colazal is used to help relieve symptoms of inflammation associated with ulcerative colitis. This eMedTV Web page gives an overview of the prescription drug, including information on dosing, how the drug works, its potential side effects, and more.

Colazal and Breastfeeding

If your healthcare provider prescribes Colazal and breastfeeding is something that you are considering, this eMedTV segment explains the level of potential risk, what to watch for in your infant, and what to discuss with your healthcare provider.

Colazal and Dry Mouth

During previous studies, dry mouth affected up to 1 percent of people taking Colazal. This eMedTV page takes a closer look at Colazal and dry mouth, and lists some tips for dry mouth relief (such as chewing gum or sucking on sugarless hard candy).

Colazal and Insomnia

This eMedTV resource offers a discussion on Colazal and insomnia. It explains the common symptoms of insomnia and offers helpful tips for people who are experiencing this side effect when taking the medication.

Colazal and Pregnancy

This eMedTV article presents a discussion on Colazal and pregnancy. It describes the results of animal studies, explains why the drug is likely safe for pregnant women, and discusses how the FDA rates the safety of drugs during pregnancy.

Colazal Dosage

For most adults with ulcerative colitis, the Colazal dosage is three 750 mg capsules, three times daily. This eMedTV segment lists factors that can affect your Colazal dose (like your age), as well as some general tips on taking the drug.

Colazal Drug Information

Colazal Drug Interactions

Azathioprine and warfarin are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Colazal. This eMedTV page describes how Colazal drug interactions can raise the risk of side effects or make some drugs less effective, among other things.

Colazal Overdose

While no cases of Colazal overdose have been reported, it is possible to take too much Colazal. This eMedTV segment explains the symptoms that could result, as well as treatment options that would likely be administered to counteract the overdose.

Colazal Side Effects

As with all drugs, side effects are possible with Colazal. This eMedTV article lists common side effects of the drug (such as fatigue and diarrhea), as well as serious side effects that you should report to your doctor (like decreased urination).

Colazal Uses

Colazal is used to treat ulcerative colitis symptoms, such as diarrhea or abdominal pain (or stomach pain). This eMedTV page gives a detailed overview of Colazal uses, including the medicine's uses in children and possible off-label uses for Colazal.

Colazal Warnings and Precautions

Because the drug is not safe for everyone, this eMedTV page offers several Colazal warnings and precautions to be aware of. These precautions include a list of people who should not take the drug and things to discuss with your doctor before taking it.

Colazol

If you have ulcerative colitis, your healthcare provider may prescribe Colazal. This eMedTV resource briefly describes this prescription drug and includes a link to more detailed information. Colazol is a common misspelling of Colazal.

Colizol

Ulcerative colitis may be treated with Colazal, which can help relieve inflammation and other symptoms. This eMedTV Web page explains how the drug works, how often it is taken, and more. Colizol is a common misspelling of Colazal.

Collagenous Colitis

Collagenous colitis is a disease characterized by chronic watery diarrhea and colon inflammation. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at this condition, including information on its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Colonoscopy and Ulcerative Colitis

This eMedTV article provides an overview of one of the tests a doctor may use to diagnose ulcerative colitis -- a colonoscopy. Ulcerative colitis diagnosis using a colonoscopy allows the doctor to see whether the lining of the colon is irritated.

Complications of Crohn's Disease

Some possible complications of Crohn's disease include ulcers, bowel obstructions, and fistulas. This eMedTV article discusses Crohn's complications, including those that occur outside the digestive tract, such as osteoporosis and joint problems.

Croans Disease

Crohn's disease, which occurs when the digestive tract becomes inflamed, is usually incurable. This eMedTV page lists symptoms, possible treatment options, and links to more information. Croans disease is a common misspelling of Crohn's disease.

Crohn's and Osteoporosis

Crohn's disease and osteoporosis are related. As explained in this eMedTV article, people with Crohn's disease are at an increased risk to develop osteoporosis. This article discusses the relationship between Crohn's and osteoporosis.

Crohn's and Pregnancy

As discussed in this eMedTV segment, pregnant women with Crohn's disease are most likely to have flare-ups in the first trimester and right after giving birth. This Web page features a discussion of Crohn's and pregnancy.

Crohn's and the Digestive System

Crohn's disease can occur anywhere within the digestive system, from the mouth to the anus. This eMedTV page discusses Crohn's and the digestive system, including information about where in the digestive tract the disease is most likely to develop.