Ulcerative Colitis Medications

At this time, there is no medication that can cure ulcerative colitis (UC). However, your gastroenterologist may recommend medication to help you manage your symptoms. The goals of medical treatment for ulcerative colitis are the following:

• To achieve relief of symptoms like diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain
• To control symptoms by reducing inflammation and healing intestinal damage
• To reduce the need for surgery
• To improve quality of life

Below is a list of several types of medications that your doctor may prescribe for your ulcerative colitis. You should discuss this information with your gastroenterologist.

• Antidiarrheal Medications
• Anti-inflammatory agents
• Biologics
• Immunomodulators
• Steroids