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Can Lialda Cause Rectal Bleeding?

Hi taking 3 Lialda daily for maintenance of UC and recently had a bout of bloody diarrhea. Doctor is recommending 4 Lialda and Probiotics. I am a bit concerned that Lialda could be contributing to the diarrhea as it is a listed side affect. Does it make sense to go with recommendation to see if that settles things down then go back to three daily?
Mon, 19 Sep 2016
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Hello and thanks you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein and I will try to help you as much as I can with my answer.

Well,this is not common side effect of this medication but you can always try to discontinue this for few days and see will your symptoms improve. If bleeding persist,then colonoscopy should be done.
I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us.
Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
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Can Lialda Cause Rectal Bleeding?

Hello and thanks you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein and I will try to help you as much as I can with my answer. Well,this is not common side effect of this medication but you can always try to discontinue this for few days and see will your symptoms improve. If bleeding persist,then colonoscopy should be done. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.