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How soon after taking Asacol will my symptoms improve?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy

Asacol should start working in a few days, but the primary treatment lasts for about six weeks. Some people experienced a decrease in symptoms after three weeks. Sometimes Asacol is taken for about six months in order to prevent ulcerative colitis from returning.

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