Cat-a-Tonic
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I had a GI appointment today and he prescribed me Asacol. I believe he said 800 mg 3x per day. As most of you know, I'm not diagnosed yet, so this is a bit of an experiment to see if Asacol does anything for me (I've already tried pred and Entocort, both of which work well for me, and my GI feels I've got IBD, just not sure specifically what). I've been doing really well lately for the most part, but just not sure if I'm totally in remission or not. My CRP was 10 the last time it was tested, which is borderline normal. But I've still been having d a few days per week, and mucus 1 or 2 days per week, and the ocassional pain and nausea too. So I'm hoping Asacol gives me that final push into good remission.
I have a few questions about Asacol - for those who are/were on it, how long did it take to kick in for you? Did you experience any side effects? Did it help put and/or keep you in remission? Any advice for someone just starting on it?
I have a few questions about Asacol - for those who are/were on it, how long did it take to kick in for you? Did you experience any side effects? Did it help put and/or keep you in remission? Any advice for someone just starting on it?