Based on 26 studies conducted between 2005 and 2013, the panel said that there wasnât enough evidence to conclude that most multivitamins could curb heart disease or cancer, but that taking Vitamin E could actually contribute to higher lung cancer risk in smokers.
One study presented October 22 found that mesalamine granules, an anti-inflammatory drug used to treat ulcerative colitis, improved abdominal pain and stool consistency in diarrhea-predominant IBS.
Lialda, a brand drug, is an anti-inflammatory agent used to treat the symptoms of ulcerative colitis. It prevents the body from producing inflammation-causing substances. Which drugs are similar to Lialda ? In addition to Lialda, several other similar drugs may be used to treat these symptoms including Apriso, Asacol, Delzicol and Pentasa.