Frequently Asked Questions
Can I chew PENTASA tablets?
The tablets should be taken by mouth whole, they should not be crushed or
chewed. If you have difficulty swallowing the tablets you can disperse them
in a small quantity of cold water (approximately 50 ml) then stir and drink
immediately. Can PENTASA tablets/granules (sachets) be taken after food?
Yes, they can. The movement of PENTASA through the gut and its release is
not affected if taken with or without food.
Does PENTASA react with other medications?
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken
any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
This is especially important if you are taking any of the following:
Azathioprine, 6-mercaptopurine or thioguanine
Certain agents that inhibit blood clotting (medicines for thrombosis or to
thin your blood, e.g. warfarin)
Is PENTASA suitable for vegetarians?
The active ingredient for both oral and rectal PENTASA preparations, and their
coatings, are not derived from animal sources. Therefore, PENTASA is suitable
for vegetarians.
Is PENTASA lactose free?
Yes. None of the PENTASA formulations (enema, sachets, suppositories,
tablets) contain lactose.
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