May 4, 2012 (Started Nov 17, 2011)

  • Effectiveness
    Moderate (for ulcerative colitis)
  • Side effects
    Moderate (for Overall) (acid reflux, headaches, unexplained bruising, itchy outer thighs, itchy rash, bruising, itchy legs, bruising of legs)
  • Adherence
    Never taken as prescribed
  • Burden
    A little hard to take
Dosage: 3000 mg Daily
Advice & Tips: Look very closely at the side effects, and talk to your p.c.p. (if you have one) about treatment options. This medication treats the inflammation, but will not help you manage your disease further than that.
Cost: $25-49 monthly

Apr 3, 2012 (Started Nov 17, 2011)

  • Effectiveness
    Moderate (for ulcerative colitis)
  • Side effects
    Moderate (for Overall) (acid reflux, headaches, itchy outer thighs, itchy legs)
  • Adherence
    Usually
  • Burden
    A little hard to take
Dosage: 3000 mg Daily
Cost: $25-49 monthly
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