Pentasa Patient Counseling Information

Suppository: Instruction For Use (For rectal administration only): 1. Place one of the finger protectors on one finger.
2. Insert the suppository as far up as possible into your rectum.
3. Insertion may be easier if you moisten the suppository with water or moisturising cream first.
4. If it slips out within 10 minutes, a new one may be inserted.
5. Discard the used finger protector.
Should be inserted into the back passage (rectum) only. It is intended to be left in place for as long as possible and is therefore best inserted before going to sleep.
Rectal Suspension: Instruction For Use (For rectal administration only): Shake the enema container well before use. The enema is protected by an aluminium foil bag and should be used immediately after opening of the bag.
1. Immediately before use take the rectal suspension bottle out of the aluminium foil pack and shake it well.
2. To break the seal twist the nozzle clockwise one full turn (the nozzle should then be in the same direction as before turning).
3. Put your hand in one of the plastic disposal bags provided in the pack.
4. Hold the container.
5. To administer the rectal suspension, lie on your left side with the left leg straight and the right leg bent forward for balance. Carefully insert the applicator tip into the rectum. Maintain sufficient steady hand pressure while dispersing the bottle content. The bottle content should be applied within max. 30-40 seconds.
6. Once the bottle is empty, withdraw the tip with the bottle still compressed.
7. The rectal suspension should be retained in the bowel. Remain relaxed in the administration position for 5-10 minutes or until the urge to pass the rectal suspension has disappeared.
8. Roll the plastic disposal bag over the empty bottle. Discard it and wash your hands.