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Posted 4/6/2009 7:17 PM (GMT 0)
For those of you on Lialda, does it work as well for you as Asacol did?  I'm contemplating asking my doctor about switching, because at the CCFA conference I attended yesterday, I got a card so that I will only pay $25 out-of-pocket after insurance.  I hadn't wanted to switch before, b/c with my insurance Lialda is a $40 copay and Asacol is $20.  For $5 difference, I'd rather be able to take my meds all in the AM, because as I'm starting to feel better, it's harder and harder to remember my noon and PM doses, especially if I'm eating out or something. 

Also, I've heard something along the lines of Lialda being indicated for inducing remission, but not for maintenance.  Does anyone know anything about this?

Posted 4/6/2009 9:24 PM (GMT 0)
I also have NEVER been able to remember to take meds mid-day, no matter how bad I'm feeling.
So what you say makes good sense! I'm also interested to hear about the differences.
Posted 4/7/2009 12:45 PM (GMT 0)

I used to take Colazal, and switched to Lialda 3 month ago! I think it works the same (at least for me), but a lot less pills to swallow. It worth it!!!! turn

Posted 4/7/2009 12:50 PM (GMT 0)
I wish I could switch to Lialda too. I hate taking pills 3x a day and I often miss the 3pm dose.

Posted 4/7/2009 12:52 PM (GMT 0)
Yeap, 2 pills compare to 12 is a BIG DIFFERENCE!
Posted 4/7/2009 3:14 PM (GMT 0)
sicklygirl, I'm pretty sure Lialda also has a patient assistance program. You should check it out!
Posted 4/7/2009 3:45 PM (GMT 0)

They do!  Here's the info:

http://www.lialda.com/includes/PAP_PDF.pdf

And thanks, spluxa, for your info.

Posted 4/7/2009 3:57 PM (GMT 0)
I'm taking Apriso which is Colazol's version of Liada and it definitely works the same. THey gave me a discount coupon so it pays my entire $40 co-pay (so I pay $0) for a whole year. I was paying $10 for generic Colazol, and didn't want to pay $40 for dosing convenience, but for free, for a year is great! WIth Apriso you take 4 pills in the morning and that's it.
Posted 4/7/2009 4:18 PM (GMT 0)
I've seen no difference (actually its worse but that's because I"M MUCH WORSE NOW than a year ago). But it really depends upon the case of course, in the end you really have to try yourself I guess.
Posted 4/7/2009 4:25 PM (GMT 0)
Lialda was our Dr's first choice but the pills were too big for my 10 yr old to take. It's worth a try for you! good luck
Posted 4/7/2009 7:47 PM (GMT 0)
I would love to switch but I don't think I can bother my GI again for a little while. I have called her office 5x this week. Maybe some day down the line when I am low on Asacol. I also don't want to risk going into a flare. I have a pretty good balance right now. smilewinkgrin
Posted 4/7/2009 11:24 PM (GMT 0)
I switched from Asacol to Lialda about two years ago. The once a day thing is awesome.

Lialda is VERY expensive and I am always concerned about them not wanting to run the program anymore. It is a really nice touch. I called the Lialda program yesterday and one card last you 12 relfills which is really nice they used to only last 3 refills. I wish I didnt have to take anything, but the convenience is worth it. When I switched I had no changes. When I was hospitalized last year the hospital gave me Asacol. So I know my body is ok with switching back and forth.

Goodluck to you!!

BOTHER YOUR DOCTORS OFFICE!! THATS WHAT THEY ARE THERE FOR!! tongue
Posted 4/7/2009 11:29 PM (GMT 0)
I feel like Asacol hasn't done anything for me.  In fact, after I take my doses, I am usually in the bathroom.  I might ask my doctor to switch to Lialda after my script runs out.
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