Rowasa (Cont.)

Side Effects of Rowasa

As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with Rowasa. However, not everyone who uses the medication will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it well. When Rowasa side effects do occur, in most cases they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
 
Common side effects of Rowasa include but are not limited to:
 
  • Cramps or abdominal pain (or stomach pain)
  • Gas
  • Nausea
  • The flu.
     
(Click Rowasa Side Effects to learn about specific side effects of Rowasa, including some of the more serious side effects that you should report to your healthcare provider.)
 

Drug Interactions with Rowasa

Rowasa can potentially interact with a few other medicines.
 
(Click Rowasa Drug Interactions for more information about Rowasa and other medicines.)
 

Rowasa: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to using Rowasa if you have:
 
  • Kidney disease, including kidney failure (renal failure)
  • Any allergies, including allergies to sulfite, food, dyes, or preservatives.
     
Also let your healthcare provider know if you are:
 
You should also make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
(Click Rowasa Warnings and Precautions for more information on this topic, including information on who should not take Rowasa.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;