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Rectal Mesalamine [Rowasa, Salofalk]

Common Side Effects

Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

  • Abdominal or stomach cramps or pain (mild)
  • gas or flatulence
  • headache (mild)
  • nausea
Less frequent or rare

Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

  • loss of hair

Always Notify Doctor

Rare
  • abdominal or stomach cramps or pain (severe)
  • anxiety
  • back pain (severe)
  • bloody diarrhea
  • blue or pale skin
  • chest pain, possibly moving to the left arm, neck, or shoulder
  • chills
  • fast heartbeat
  • fever
  • headache (severe)
  • nausea or vomiting
  • rectal irritation
  • shortness of breath
  • skin rash
  • swelling of the stomach
  • unusual tiredness or weakness
  • yellow eyes or skin

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor. This information is meant only as a guideline - always consult a physician or pharmacist for complete information about prescription medications.

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