Storage And Handling CANASA 1000 mg suppositories for rectal administration are available as bullet shaped, light tan to grey suppositories containing 1000 mg mesalamine supplied in boxes of 30 and 42 individually plastic wrapped suppositories ( NDC 58914-501-56 and 58914-50142). Swallow this medication whole. This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. CANASA Suppository: 1000 mg mesalamine in a bullet shaped, light tan to grey suppository. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. Do not crush, chew, or break. 1 hour, then take them. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Check with your health care professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions, concerns or for more information about this medicine. They are important drugs for treating ulcerative colitis but are usually not as effective for Crohn’s disease. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Mesalamine has mild interactions with at least 94 different drugs. 5-ASA stands for 5-aminosalicylic acid. Mesalamine has moderate interactions with at least 48 different drugs. Do not take Asacol HD, Pentasa, Delzicol, Lialda, or Apriso if you are allergic to mesalamine or any ingredients contained in this drug.Keep out of reach of children. Check with your physician for additional information about side effects.If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Take your next dose at the regular time. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day.Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: signs of This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Mesalamine comes as a delayed-release (releases the medication in the intestine where its effects are needed) tablet, a delayed-release (releases the medication in the intestine where its effects are needed) capsule, a controlled-release (releases the medication throughout the digestive system) capsule, and as an extended-release (long-acting) capsule to take by mouth. No images are available for this medication.Are you taking Mesalamine Capsule, Extended Release?Are you considering switching to Mesalamine Capsule, Extended Release?Are you planning to see a doctor about switching your medication?How long have you been taking Mesalamine Capsule, Extended Release?Are you planning to see a doctor about switching your medication?Selected from data included with permission and copyrighted by First Databank, Inc. Asacol comes in various forms, including oral, suppositories, and liquid or foam enemas (rectal suspension). Mesalamine has moderate interactions with at least 48 different drugs. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. How you take 5-ASAs depends on the severity and extent of your condition. Do not double the dose to catch up.Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Doing so can keep the drug from being released properly into the The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.