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Balacol Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 IndiaS
Balacol Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 IndiaS
Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , Pharm-D (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Composition :

BALSALAZIDE-750MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Balacol Capsule

Balacol Capsule is an anti-inflammatory drug used to treat ulcerative colitis. It is used in the treatment of mild to moderate active Ulcerative colitis (UC). Ulcerative colitis is a serious inflammatory bowel disease causing inflammation in the digestive tract. It produces ulcers on the inner lining of the large intestine, which may cause bleeding and discharge of pus and mucus. UC mostly occurs in people between the age of 15 to 30 years.

Balacol Capsule contains Balsalazide, which belongs to the group of aminosalicylates. This medicine works by delivering mesalazine to the large intestine, which acts directly on ulcerative colitis. This helps reduce inflammation (swelling) in the intestines and relieves symptoms such as stomach pain or bleeding.

Balacol Capsule may cause certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, nausea, vomiting or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of Balacol Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. This medicine should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on the severity of the condition.

Balacol Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to salicylates or aminosalicylates. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Balacol Capsule . This medicine is suitable for use in both children and adults. However, it should be avoided for use in children below five years of age as safety and efficacy are not established. Avoid taking Balacol Capsule if you have severe kidney disease. If you have stomach pain, cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Balacol Capsule and immediately consult your doctor. Balacol Capsule should be used with caution in the elderly population. 

Uses of Balacol Capsule

Ulcerative colitis

Directions for Use

Take Balacol Capsule as advised by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break the medicine.

Medicinal Benefits

Balacol Capsule contains Balsalazide, which belongs to the aminosalicylate group of medicines. This medicine mainly converts to mesalamine (a therapeutically active molecule) cleaved by bacterial azo reduction. This helps reduce inflammation (swelling) in the intestines and relieves symptoms such as stomach pain or bleeding. Balacol Capsule may also prevent further episodes of ulcerative colitis.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Balacol Capsule
  • You can take your medicine with meals to lower the chances of getting stomach pain.
  • Avoid foods that are acidic, spicy, sugary, or greasy.
  • Eat foods that are easily digestible such as rice, toast, and bananas.
  • Eat your meals in smaller amounts throughout the day to prevent strain on your stomach and digestion.
  • Drink water or fluids to stay hydrated and prevent stomach upset.
  • Use a heating pad or massage your stomach area.
  • Engage in mild physical activities such as yoga and walking.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.
Here are the steps to manage Gastrointestinal Air and Swelling (GAS) caused by medication:
  • Tell your doctor about your GAS symptoms. They may change your medication regimen or prescribe additional drugs to help you manage them.
  • To manage GAS symptoms, eat a balanced diet of fibre, vegetables, and fruits.
  • Drink enough water throughout the day to avoid constipation and treat GAS symptoms.
  • Regular exercise like yoga and walking may help stimulate digestion and alleviate GAS symptoms.
  • Take probiotics only if your doctor advises, as they may help alleviate GAS symptoms by promoting gut health.
  • Take medication for GAS symptoms only if your doctor advises, as certain medications can interact with your existing prescriptions or worsen symptoms.
  • If symptoms persist, worsen, or are accompanied by severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or bleeding, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Balacol Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to it salicylates or aminosalicylates. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Balacol Capsule . This medicine is suitable for use in both children and adults. However, it should be avoided for use in children below five years of age as safety and efficacy are not established. Avoid taking Balacol Capsule if you have severe kidney failure. If you have stomach pain, cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Balacol Capsule immediately and consult a doctor. Balacol Capsule should be used with caution in the elderly population. Avoid taking Balacol Capsule if you have had blood abnormalities or kidney problems while taking other medicines such as sulphasalazine. This medicine may cause hepatic failure, kidney stones, upper gastrointestinal tract obstruction, and nephrolithiasis. Hence maintain caution while taking Balacol Capsule .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BalsalazideFosfomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Balacol Capsule:
Fosfomycin may reduce the effect of Balacol Capsule when taken orally.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Fosfomycin and Balacol Capsule together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely.
BalsalazideClindamycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Balacol Capsule:
Co-administration of Clindamycin with Balacol Capsule may reduce the effectiveness of Balacol Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clindamycin can be taken with Balacol Capsule if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you have any concerns, the doctor may prescribe alternatives that do not interact, dose adjustment, or more frequent monitoring to safely use both medications. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
BalsalazideTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Balacol Capsule:
Taking tacrolimus with Balacol Capsule can increase risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tacrolimus and Balacol Capsule together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
BalsalazideSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Balacol Capsule:
Co-administration of Balacol Capsule and Sirolimus can increase the risk or severity of Kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Sirolimus with Balacol Capsule can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, a decrease in hunger, increased or decreased urine, weight gain or loss, swelling, difficulty breathing, muscle pain, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low-fat diet and eat foods rich in vitamin C, such as bell peppers, spinach, parsley, and berries, to help heal faster.
  • Include olive oil and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Eat more fibre-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables.
  • Limit dairy intake as your body may develop difficulty digesting certain dairy products when affected with Crohn’s disease, leading to stomach cramps, diarrhoea, or stomach upset.
  • Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption for better recovery.

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Author Details

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Written By

Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta

Pharm-D (PB)

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Aug 20, 2024 | 1:17 PM IST

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FAQs

Balacol Capsule contains Balsalazine, which belongs to the aminosalicylate group of medicines. This medicine mainly converts to mesalamine (a therapeutically active molecule) cleaved by bacterial azo reduction. This helps reduce inflammation (swelling) in the intestines and relieves symptoms such as stomach pain or bleeding.

Yes, Balacol Capsule may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists and worsens with fever, watery stools, or consistent stomach pain, please consult your doctor. Also, drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration while taking Balacol Capsule .

Do not take Balacol Capsule with Ibuprofen as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of kidney problems. However, please consult your doctor before taking Balacol Capsule with other medicines.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LACTULOSE
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • AZATHIOPRINE
  • THIOGUANINE
  • MERCAPTOPURINE

Special Advise

Blood and urine tests are recommended before and during the treatment with Balacol Capsule to monitor kidney, liver, and blood functioning.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Ulcerative colitis: Ulcerative colitis is a serious inflammatory bowel disease causing inflammation in the digestive tract. It produces ulcers on the inner lining of the large intestine, which may cause bleeding and discharge of pus and mucus. The common symptoms include bloody stools, stomach pain, rectal pain, diarrhoea, fever, or weight loss. Additionally, it may cause other problems such as joint pain or swelling, mouth sores, skin problems, decreased appetite, or nausea. Ulcerative Colitis mostly occurs in people between the age of 15 to 30 years.

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