Budesonide does not work right away. Your symptoms will usually start to improve within 1 or 2 weeks. It can take 2 to 4 weeks for the medicine to reach its full effect.

Adults and the Elderly: 1 enema once a day at bedtime. The action of Salofalk is enhanced if the patient lies on the left side when introducing the enema. The dosage should be adjusted to suit the progress of the condition. Do not discontinue treatment suddenly.

The action of Salofalk Enema is enhanced if the patient lies on the left side when instilling the enema due to anatomical reason. It is important to remain lying down for 30 minutes for the medication to flow to the affected area. The medication is best left for 8 hours in the rectum for optimal results.

This medication is taken as a liquid enema to deliver the medicine directly to the lower portion of your colon. The liquid enema is inserted directly into the rectum and should remain in the colon for at least 20-40 minutes. If taken as prescribed, these medications can work as quickly as 2 to 4 weeks.

Like all medicines, SALOFALK may have some side effects….Mild effects:

• headache.
• mild stomach pains.
• excessive gas in the stomach or bowel.
• increased number of bowel motions.
• diarrhoea.
• nausea (feeling sick)
• rash or itchy skin.
• dizziness.

To administer the enema, lie on your left side with the left leg straight and the right leg bent forward for balance. Carefully insert the applicator tip into the rectum. Maintain sufficient steady hand pressure while dispersing the bottle content. The bottle content should be applied within max.

This medicine should produce a bowel movement within 15 to 60 minutes after using the suppository. Do not use glycerin rectal more than once in a 24-hour period. Call your doctor if this medication does not cause you to have a bowel movement within 1 hour after use.

The medicine needs to remain in your body for 1 to 3 hours or longer, depending on your doctor’s advice. Try not to use the bathroom for at least that length of time after inserting the suppository.

SALOFALK enemas contain the active ingredient mesalazine (5-aminosalicylic acid), which is used to treat, and prevent relapses of, mild to moderate attacks of ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the large bowel).

Try to hold the liquid in your bottom for as long as you can – five minutes, if possible. 7. Go to the toilet when you can no longer hold it and you really feel like emptying your bowels.

Rectal pain, pain when inserting the suppository, headache, gas, stomach pain, and diarrhea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Shake the enema bottle for 30 seconds. Remove the protective cap from the applicator and hold the bottle by its upper end. Lie down on your left side with the left leg outstretched and the right leg bent.

SALOFALK enemas contain the active ingredient mesalazine (5-aminosalicylic acid), which is used to treat, and prevent relapses of, mild to moderate attacks of ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the large bowel). Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why SALOFALK enemas have been prescribed for you.

Salofalk enemas also contain sodium benzoate which may provoke hypersensitivity reactions like irritation of the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. The usual dose is one enema a day at bedtime, although the doctor or pharmacist will tell you exactly how much to use and where to check this information.

If possible, go to the toilet and empty your bowels before using your enema. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Using a pair of scissors carefully cut along the dotted line of the pack containing the enema bottle. Take care not to cut or damage the bottle. Shake the enema bottle for 30 seconds.