Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about aminosalicylates:

1. I’ve heard that sulfasalazine causes more side effects than other aminosalicylates. Which side affects are associated with this drug?
   
   
2. Will I take an oral preparation, enema or suppository?
   
   
3. If the aminosalicylate I take does not work, is it possible that another drug might be more effective?
   
   
4. Do certain drugs interact poorly with the type of aminosalicylate that I’m taking?
   
   
5. I’m pregnant – does this mean I should not take aminosalicylates?
   
   
6. Do I need to keep using this medication while my condition is in remission?
   
   
7. Which type of medication is more effective, oral or rectal?
   
   
8. Will more effective medications be available in the near future?
   
   
9. Will the use of aminosalicylates prevent the need for surgery for my condition?
   
   
10. Can I take other medications to reduce side effects like headaches and nausea?