Apriso and Fexmid

• Generic Name: mesalamine
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Apriso, Asacol HD, Delzicol, Lialda, Pentasa, Canasa, Canasa Pac, Rowasa, SfRowasa

Apriso (mesalamine) affects a substance in the body that causes inflammation, tissue damage, and diarrhea.

Apriso is used to treat mild to moderate ulcerative colitis in patients 18 years of age and older.

Apriso is also used to prevent the symptoms of ulcerative colitis from recurring.

• Generic Name: cyclobenzaprine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Amrix, Comfort Pac with Cyclobenzaprine, Fexmid, Flexeril

Fexmid is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain.

Fexmid is used together with rest and physical therapy to relieve muscle spasms caused by painful conditions such as an injury.

Fexmid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.