Colitis Articles A-Z

Side Effects of Azathioprine

Nausea, low levels of white blood cells, and infections are common side effects of azathioprine. This eMedTV resource describes other common and rare side effects seen with the drug, as well as which ones to report to your healthcare provider.

Simzia

Cimzia is a prescription medicine licensed for the treatment of Crohn's disease. This eMedTV page describes the effects of this drug and explains what you should discuss with your doctor before using it. Simzia is a common misspelling of Cimzia.

Sulfasalazine

Sulfasalazine is a prescription medication that can be used to treat ulcerative colitis. This part of the eMedTV archives offers a more in-depth look at sulfasalazine, including an explanation of how the drug works and general dosing information.

Sulfasalazine Delayed Release Dosing

Dosing guidelines for sulfasalazine delayed-release will take into account certain factors, such as weight. This eMedTV page describes these factors and provides the usual recommended dosages for treating ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Sulfasalazine Delayed Release Side Effects

This eMedTV segment highlights some of the common sulfasalazine delayed-release side effects, such as vomiting, headaches, and a loss of appetite. This page also lists serious side effects of the drug that may require prompt medical attention.

Sulfasalazine Delayed-Release

Sulfasalazine delayed-release is prescribed for treating ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. This eMedTV page offers an overview of the drug, including an explanation of how it works, potential side effects, and tips for those taking it.

Sulfasalazine Delayed-Release Drug Information

Sulfasalazine Dosing

Adults with ulcerative colitis generally start by taking 3000 to 4000 mg of sulfasalazine a day. This eMedTV page also offers sulfasalazine dosing guidelines for children age six and up, as well as for people whose ulcerative colitis is in remission.

Sulfasalazine Medication Information

Sulfasalazine Side Effects

Some of the most common sulfasalazine side effects include headache, low sperm count in men, and nausea. This eMedTV page also lists serious side effects of the drug that may require medical attention, such as depression, anemia, or hallucinations.

Sulfasalizine

Sulfasalazine is a prescription medication licensed for the treatment of ulcerative colitis. This eMedTV Web page contains a brief overview of the drug and offers a link to more information. Sulfasalizine is a common misspelling of sulfasalazine.

Sulphasalazine

Sulfasalazine is a prescription medication approved to treat ulcerative colitis. This eMedTV segment briefly described the drug and offers a link to more detailed information. Sulfasalizine is a common misspelling of sulfasalazine.

Symptoms of Chrones Disease

Among the symptoms of Crohn's disease are constipation and chronic diarrhea. This eMedTV page lists other symptoms and includes a link to more detailed information. Symptoms of Chrones disease is a common misspelling of symptoms of Crohn's disease.

Symptoms of Crohn's Disease

Although symptoms of Crohn's disease can vary, common ones include chronic diarrhea and stomach pain. This eMedTV article describes Crohn's disease symptoms in detail, including those in children, as well as complications associated with the disease.

Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis

This eMedTV page lists possible signs and symptoms of ulcerative colitis, such as bloody diarrhea and stomach cramps. Some of the complications that can result from ulcerative colitis symptoms are also described, such as osteoporosis and kidney stones.

Ulceitve Colitis

This page on the eMedTV Web site provides a brief overview of ulcerative colitis, including common symptoms and treatment options. A link to more information is included. Ulceitve colitis is a common misspelling of ulcerative colitis.

Ulcer Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. This eMedTV page offers a link to more information on this condition, which causes diarrhea and rectal bleeding, among other things. Ulcer colitis is a common misspelling of ulcerative colitis.

Ulcerated Colitis

As this eMedTV article explains, ulcerative colitis -- a disease that can cause rectal bleeding and other problems -- is more common in Caucasians than in people of other races. Ulcerated colitis is a common misspelling of ulcerative colitis.

Ulcerative Colitis

Often causing diarrhea and other problems, ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. This eMedTV selection offers an in-depth look at ulcerative colitis, including its symptoms, causes, treatment options, and more.

Ulcerative Colitis and Colon Cancer

As this eMedTV page explains, other health problems can be caused by ulcerative colitis -- and colon cancer is one of them. One of the factors that can raise a person's risk of colon cancer is the length of time he or she has had ulcerative colitis.

Ulcerative Colitis and Pregnancy

For most women with ulcerative colitis, pregnancy and delivery are not affected by the disease. But as this eMedTV page explains, there appears to be a higher chance of pre-term birth or early delivery in women with ulcerative colitis and other IBDs.

Ulcerative Colitis and the Digestive System

As this eMedTV page explains, in a person with ulcerative colitis, the digestive system still works in the way that it normally would. This page describes how ulcerative colitis can cause diarrhea, ulcers, and other symptoms in the digestive system.

Ulcerative Colitis Complications

Ulcerative colitis complications can include osteoporosis, liver disease, and arthritis. However, as this eMedTV article explains, most people with well-controlled ulcerative colitis don't develop complications.

Ulcerative Colitis Cure

As this eMedTV Web page explains, the only cure for ulcerative colitis is surgery. This article explains that although surgery usually does cure the disease, it is often recommended only for people who have a severe form of ulcerative colitis.

Ulcerative Colitis Diet

There is no specific ulcerative colitis diet. But as this eMedTV Web page explains, some people find that avoiding certain foods helps reduce symptoms. For example, spicy foods or dairy products may make symptoms worse in certain people.