Canasa Suppositories

• Canasa

Canasa is a prescription medication used to reduce symptoms of ulcerative proctitis. This eMedTV page explains how to use the drug (which comes in suppository form), describes how it works, and lists precautions to be aware of before using it.

• Canasa Side Effects

The most common Canasa side effects seen in clinical studies include dizziness, rectal pain, and acne. This eMedTV segment lists other common side effects of the drug and also explains which ones should be reported promptly to a healthcare provider.

• Canasa Uses

Canasa is used for the treatment of ulcerative proctitis in adults. This eMedTV Web page explains how the drug works to treat symptoms of ulcerative proctitis, addresses giving the drug to children, and describes possible "off-label" Canasa uses.

• Canasa Dosage

Most people start with a Canasa dosage of one suppository inserted once daily at bedtime. This page on the eMedTV Web site contains other dosing guidelines and offers tips on how to use the Canasa suppository properly.

• Canasa Drug Interactions

Canasa may potentially interact with certain medications, such as warfarin and digoxin. This section of the eMedTV library further describes the possible problems that may occur with these particular Canasa drug interactions.

• Canasa Warnings and Precautions

Canasa may potentially cause pericarditis, an inflammation of the sac around the heart. This eMedTV page contains more Canasa warnings and precautions, including a list of other possible side effects and certain people who should avoid the drug.

• Canasa and Pregnancy

Canasa is generally considered safe for pregnant women. This section of the eMedTV Web site offers more information on Canasa and pregnancy, and describes the research findings on the effects of the drug in pregnant animals.

• Canasa and Breastfeeding

Canasa is most likely safe to use while breastfeeding. This eMedTV resource offers more information on Canasa and breastfeeding, including an explanation of whether the drug is passed through breast milk and how the drug's form affects this.

• Generic Canasa

Canasa is not yet available in generic form. This article from the eMedTV archives explains why, even though the patent for Canasa has already expired, no generic manufacturers have chosen to make a generic Canasa.