Lialda is a prescription medicine that is used for treating mild to moderately active ulcerative colitis. This eMedTV Web page describes the effects of Lialda, explains how and when to take the drug, and offers general dosing guidelines.
Gas and headache are the most common Lialda side effects that were reported in clinical studies. As this eMedTV segment explains, there are also other side effects that are less common, as well as serious problems that may require medical attention.
Lialda is a prescription drug that is used for treating flare-ups of ulcerative colitis. This part of the eMedTV archives describes how Lialda works, explains whether the drug can be used in children, and lists possible "off-label" Lialda uses.
For the treatment of ulcerative colitis, most people take a Lialda dosage of two to four tablets once daily. This eMedTV resource offers more information on Lialda dosing, including precautions and tips for when and how to take the drug.
Medicines that may lead to Lialda drug interactions include digoxin and warfarin. As this page on the eMedTV Web site explains, these drug interactions may decrease the effectiveness of the medications, among other things.
Lialda may be less effective in people with pyloric stenosis. This eMedTV page offers other Lialda warnings and precautions, including a list of existing medical conditions your doctor should know about and possible side effects that may occur.
Confusion, vertigo (dizziness), and diarrhea are possible symptoms of a Lialda overdose. This eMedTV Web page describes the treatment options that are available for an overdose and lists other potential symptoms that may occur.
While the full risks of using Lialda during pregnancy are not known, the drug is generally considered safe. This eMedTV article explores Lialda and pregnancy, and explains how a doctor determines whether the drug is appropriate for pregnant women.
Since Lialda passes through breast milk, it is possible for side effects to occur in a nursing infant. This eMedTV Web page offers more information on Lialda and breastfeeding, and describes the side effects to be aware of.
Lialda is currently under a patent that prevents companies from producing a generic form of the drug. This eMedTV page explains when generic Lialda is expected to become available and discusses the difference between generic Lialda and mesalamine.
