An Aminosalicylate drug, usually mesalazine(described above),
is commonly used to prevent flare-ups.
An Aminosalicylate medicine, usually mesalazine(described above),
is commonly used to prevent flare-ups.
If recurrences occur regularly despite treatment with Aminosalicylate, azathioprine may be prescribed.
Another medicine may be advised if an Aminosalicylate does not work, or causes difficult side-effects.
Some people need to switch to steroid medication if an Aminosalicylate drug is not working,
or if the flare-up is moderate or severe.
Some people need to switch to steroid medication if an Aminosalicylate medicine is not working,
or if the flare-up is moderate or severe.
If a flare-up develops whilst you are taking an Aminosalicylate then the symptoms will usually quickly
ease if the dose is increased, or if you switch to a short course of steroids.