Intazide 750mg Capsule

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Intazide 750mg Capsule is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 10 Nov 2024 | 01:12 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Balsalazide (750mg)

Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Intazide 750mg Capsule may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. The tablets should be swallowed whole with water, do not break, crush, or chew them. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, joint pain, upper respiratory tract infections. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Intazide Capsule

Side effects of Intazide Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Intazide

Nausea
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Headache
Joint pain
Vomiting
Respiratory tract infection

How to use Intazide Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Intazide 750mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Intazide Capsule works

Intazide 750mg Capsule is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Intazide 750mg Capsule for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
Do not take antacids with Intazide 750mg Capsule as it can make your inflammation worse.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
Do not take Intazide 750mg Capsule if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
You have been prescribed Intazide 750mg Capsule for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
Do not take antacids with Intazide 750mg Capsule as it can make your inflammation worse.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
Do not take Intazide 750mg Capsule if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Intazide 750mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Intazide 750mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Intazide 750mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If you are taking Intazide 750mg Capsule, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

Intazide 750mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Intazide 750mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Intazide 750mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Intazide 750mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Intazide 750mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Intazide 750mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Intazide 750mg Capsule?

Continue to take Intazide 750mg Capsule as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Intazide 750mg Capsule without consulting your doctor.

I am suffering from ulcerative colitis (UC) and piles can I use Intazide 750mg Capsule?

Intazide 750mg Capsule is used for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, however, you should not start taking the medicine on your own. Consult a doctor who will prescribe you the right dose and duration of treatment and will address any related or other concerns that you have.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Intazide 750mg Capsule?

You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Intazide 750mg Capsule, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.

Does Intazide 750mg Capsule cause joint pain?

Yes, Intazide 750mg Capsule may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.

How should I use Intazide 750mg Capsule?

Intazide 750mg Capsule should be used exactly as directed by your doctor. The tablets should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not break, crush, or chew them. Remember to drink adequate fluids to remain well hydrated, especially after severe or prolonged episodes of vomiting and/or diarrhea, high fever, or heavy sweating while taking this medicine. This is done to avoid kidney problems.

When is the best time to take Intazide 750mg Capsule?

Take Intazide 750mg Capsule exactly as directed by your doctor. You should take 3 or 6 tablets daily in divided doses (not to be taken at once).

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

5-Aminosalicylic Acid (5-ASA)

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Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.

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Country of origin: India

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