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Side Effects - Colazal [Balsalazide Disodium]

By Amber J. Tresca, About.com

Created: October 17, 2004

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Less frequent or rare:

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

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Joint pain
  • Nausea
  • Respiratory infection
  • Vomiting

Always Notify Doctor:

Less Common or Rare

  • An allergic reaction (rash or hives, itching, difficulty breathing or swallowing)
  • Fever
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Severe stomach cramps
  • Worsening of ulcerative colitis symptoms

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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