What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
            
            They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
                 
kidney disease
                 liver disease
                 pyloric stenosis
                 an unusual or allergic reaction to mesalamine, salicylates, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
                 pregnant or trying to get pregnant
                 breast-feeding
            
            How should I use this medicine?
            
            Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription
            label. Do not crush or chew. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine
            more often than directed. Do not stop taking this medicine except on the advice of your doctor
            or health care professional.
            Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
            Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
            
            What if I miss a dose?
            
            If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is less than four hours to your next dose, take only that
            dose and skip the missed dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
            
            What may interact with this medicine?
            
               
digoxin
            
            
            This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all
            the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you
            smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
            
            What should I watch for while using this medicine?
            
            Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not start to get better after several
            days. There is usually an improvement in 3 to 21 days. You may need about 6 weeks of treatment to get good results.
            Do not change the brand of this medicine that you are taking without talking to your doctor or health care
            professional. All brands do not have the same dose.
            You may notice the empty shell from this medicine in your stool. If this happens frequently, you should
            contact your doctor or health care professional.
            
            What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
            
           Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
               
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
               bloody diarrhea
               chest pain
               difficulty breathing, wheezing
               fever
               pain or difficulty passing urine
               unusually weak or tired
               yellowing of the eyes or skin
            
            
           Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional
           if they continue or are bothersome):
                
headache
                nausea, vomiting
                stomach gas
                stomach pain or cramps
            
            Where should I keep my medicine?
            
           Keep out of the reach of children.
           Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.