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Treatments
Treatment for Crohn’s and Colitis depends on how severe your symptoms are, and how much of your gut is affected.
Our information covers some of the most commonly used medicines used to treat Crohn's and Colitis.
We have separate information about surgery. We also have information about talking therapies for the mental health effects of Crohn's and Colitis, and information on food.
Medicine Tool
Use this tool to understand more about potential treatment options that suit your needs. The tool is designed to help you:
- Understand the differences between types of medicines
- Explore different treatment options based on your personal preferences
- Feel empowered to discuss medicine options with your IBD team
All information about Crohn's and Colitis
Visit all our information to find out more about Crohn's and Colitis, including symptoms, surgery and practical tips for living with Crohn's and Colitis.
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Have you recently been diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis or Microscopic Colitis?
Our eight, bite-sized, weekly emails can help you:
- Understand more about life with your condition
- Read other people’s stories
- Find out about the support that’s available to you
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Helpline Service
Temporary closure - 10/06/2026
Our Helpline will be closed from Wednesday 10 June and will reopen at 10am on Monday 15 June.
We may be closed but we have lots of information here on our website.
If you need urgent medical advice you can call NHS 111 or in Northern Ireland phone your local Phone First. In an emergency call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
If you need emotional support the Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 116 123.
We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with Crohn’s or Colitis. But we’re with you. We can give you the right information and support at the right time.
We’re here for everyone.
How Can We Help?
- We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
- Listen and talk about living with IBD
- Help you connect with others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community
- Give you contact details of specialist organisations
- We can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis and provide up-to-date, evidence-based information
Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.
Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 10am to 3pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).
If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.