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shiloh04

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Posted 10/24/2011 2:25 PM (GMT 0)

I've heard from both my insurance company, regular doc and gastroenterologist that I need to have bloodwork and a urinalysis done because sulfasalazine can cause kidney damage.

I am currently on 6 pills a day and occasionally Rowasa. This is supposedly something new that has just come out.

Has anyone heard of this? Now I am scared to take my meds.

quincy

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Posted 10/24/2011 2:41 PM (GMT 0)

New? no...it's been known for a very long time. 22 years ago, my doc opted for Asacol and not sulfasalazine because of the potential side effects over long periods.

But, in saying that, 5ASA can cause problems as well. We normally get checked regularly (I do every 6 months).

You're on a low dosage, and if all is good, continuing should be fine. But...why aren't you on Asacol?

Occasional Rowasa or for flares and tapered to maintenance?

q

shiloh04

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Posted 10/27/2011 3:00 AM (GMT 0)

My ex-gastro gave me sulfasalazine because I told him that is what worked 20 years ago when I was first diagnosed. Unfortunately he recently passed away so I am going to see a new gastroenterologist soon and I will see what he has to say.

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