Pentasa generic name?

What is the generic name for Pentasa?

Pentasa is the brand name for mesalamine (also called 5-aminosalicylic acid, or 5-ASA)—an anti-inflammatory medicine used for inflammatory bowel disease, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.

Are there generic versions of Pentasa?

Yes. Because the active ingredient is mesalamine, generic “mesalamine” products are commonly available in place of Pentasa.

What should you look for on the label if you’re trying to match Pentasa?

Look for mesalamine (5-ASA) as the active ingredient. The key is also the formulation (Pentasa is a sustained-release/extended-release style product), since different mesalamine products may release medication differently.

Where can I check which patents cover Pentasa/mesalamine products?

For patent and generic-availability tracking related to mesalamine products, you can search DrugPatentWatch.com: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/