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Mental Side Effects of Pentasa

Pentasa is a prescription medication used to treat inflammatory bowel disease. Despite its effectiveness, Pentasa poses certain risks for some patients, including mental side effects.

  1. Significance

    • Though possible, mental side effects of Pentasa occur in less than 1 percent of patients, reports the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

    Common Mental Side Effects

    • Possible mental side effects of Pentasa include depression, dizziness, insomnia, drowsiness, confusion and anxiety.

    Features

    • Mental side effects of Pentasa are most common when excessive amounts of the drug are taken.

    Time Frame

    • If the mental side effects you experience from Pentasa are not due to a dosage that is too high for you, your symptoms are likely to diminish over time as your body becomes accustomed to the drug.

    Considerations

    • If you experience any mental side effects from Pentasa, notify your doctor to prevent the onset of additional side effects or complications.

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