Balacol Information

Balacol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Balacol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Balacol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Balacol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Balacol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Balacol has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Balacol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Balacol related warnings section.

The section on Balacol contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Balacol with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Balacol is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Balacol Benefits & Uses
Balacol Dosage & How to Take
Balacol Side Effects
Balacol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Balacol with Other Drugs
Balacol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Balacol
Balacol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Balacol Benefits & Uses

Balacol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis

Other Benefits

Balacol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2250 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2250 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2250 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2250 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: Give only 5 - 12 years old children

Balacol Related Warnings

Is the use of Balacol safe for pregnant women?

Balacol has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Balacol safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Balacol for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Balacol on the Kidneys?

Balacol can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Balacol on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Balacol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Balacol on the Heart?

Balacol has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Balacol with Other Drugs

Balacol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Tacrolimus

Deferasirox

Moderate

Erythromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Aspirin

Azithromycin

Balacol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Balacol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Balacol

Is this Balacol habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Balacol.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Balacol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Balacol only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Balacol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Balacol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Balacol

There is no information on the effects of taking Balacol with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Balacol

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Balacol with alcohol.

Unknown