Dipentum®
INN: olsalazine sodium
Approved for use in:
Ulcerative Colitis (mild-moderate)
Type/Class
5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA)
Delivery Route
Oral (capsule)
Health Canada Approval
1994
Storage
Store between 15 and 30°C in a well closed container.
Use in Older Adults (65+)
May be used, please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Indication
May cause adverse pregnancy outcomes; only use if benefits outweigh risks.
Breastfeeding Indication
High doses may inhibit infant growth; 5-ASA has been detected in breast milk, and may cause diarrhea in breastfed infants.
Pediatric Indication
Not authorized.
Learn More
View the Dipentum® product monograph.