Mesacol OD Tablet PR
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Manufactured By : Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Composition : Mesalazine / Mesalamine (1200mg)
Rs 462.40
MRP Rs 578.00
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Mesacol OD tablet contains mesalazine (also called mesalamine or 5-Aminosalicylic Acid) as its active ingredient. It is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis (a condition that causes inflammati
on and ulcers in the linings of your large intestines) and also prevents its symptoms from recurring. It works by stopping certain substances in the body that may cause inflammation. Mesacol OD should only be taken after consulting a doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It is not recommended for use in children below 6 years old.
Use:-
Mesacol OD tablet is used in treating ulcerative colitis (a condition that causes inflammation, irritation and ulcers in your digestive tract preferably the lining of your large intestine).
Side Effect:-
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Skin rash, itching
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Indigestion
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Fever
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Chest pain
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Numbness, tingling or pricking sensation
- Uses / Indications: Mesacol OD Tablet PR is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
- Pregnancy interaction:
- Mesacol OD Tablet PR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
- Expert advice:
- Do not take the medicine if you are allergic to mesalazine, to any other content in the medicine, aspirin and other salicylate drugs. Do not take mesalazine if you have severe kidney or liver problems, blood disorders or uncontrolled bleeding. Do not take mesalazine if you have stomach or bowel ulcers or a history of bleeding ulcers, glucose-galactose mala absorption, Lapp-lactase deficiency or galactose intolerance. Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with liver, kidney or lung disease (asthma). Avoid taking mesalazine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding.
- Side Effects:
- Nausea, Headache, Diarrhoea, Abdominal pain.
- How to use:
- Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Mesacol OD Tablet PR is to be taken with food.
- How it works:
- Mesacol OD Tablet PR blocks the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation of the lining of the intestines.
- Faq for medicine:
- Is Mesacol a steroid : Mesacol is not a steroid, NSAID, immunosuppressant, blood-thinner or sulfa drug. It is an anti-inflammatory drug|Can I take Mesacol forever? : No. Mesacol should only be taken for the duration prescribed by your doctor|Is Mesacol safe? : Yes. Mesacol is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor|Can I take Asacol with Advil : Asacol (mesalazine) can be taken with Nyquil, Tylenol (paracetamol), Gaviscon (sodium alginate) and Imodium (loperamide) only if prescribed by your doctor. It should not be taken with Advil (ibuprofen) or aspirin|Does Mesacol cause bleeding : Mesacol may cause liver problems, immune suppression, hair loss, or bleeding. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor|Does Mesacol affect fertility or sperm count? : There is no evidence of Mesacol affecting fertility, but it may very rarely and reversibly reduce sperm count. If you experience any such problems, please consult your doctor.
- Medicine interaction:
- Mesacol with Mercaptopurine|Mesacol with Azathioprine
