IBD medications: Foundation Medication Guide bridge
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Topics: IBD medication guide, Crohn's biologics, ulcerative colitis drugs, Foundation IBD medications, biosimilars IBD
What the Foundation Medication Guide is for
The Foundation IBD Medication Guide helps patients browse drug classes such as aminosalicylates, corticosteroids, immunomodulators, biologics, and related options.
It is education for shared decision-making, not a substitute for your gastroenterologist's prescription plan.
Filters by condition, class, and how a medicine is taken can help you prepare questions before a visit or infusion.
Questions to ask about any IBD drug
Ask why this class was chosen for your disease location and severity, what monitoring labs or scopes are needed, and how soon to expect response.
Clarify infection precautions, vaccine timing, pregnancy plans, and what to do if doses are missed or side effects appear.
If a biosimilar or formulary change is proposed, ask how switching is handled and what to report if symptoms change.
How IBDPal fits
Log doses, infusion dates, flares, and side effects so trends are clear at appointments.
Use Foundation medication pages as the original educational source, then confirm details with your clinic and pharmacist.
IBDPal does not recommend starting, stopping, or switching therapies.
Practical tips
- Bring a written medication list including steroids and over-the-counter products
- Ask for the plan if prior authorization delays the preferred drug
- Never stop a biologic or immunomodulator without clinician guidance
Related resources
Common questions
Does the Foundation decide which drug I should take?
No. The Guide explains options. Your gastroenterologist and you choose therapy based on your disease, history, and labs.
Are biosimilars the same as generics?
Biosimilars are highly similar to reference biologics under regulatory standards. Ask your team how a switch would work for you.
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Educational only. IBDPal does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your gastroenterologist or IBD care team for personal decisions.