Aminosalicylate
# Aminosalicylate

An aminosalicylate is a class of medications that is often used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The class includes among others:

* 4-Aminosalicylic acid
* Balsalazide
* Olsalazine
* Sulfasalazine
* Mesalazine (5-Aminosalicylic acid)

Side effects may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, headaches, and nausea.

