Cosala 800mg Tablet
Rs.144for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Cosala Tablet
alcohol interaction for Cosala Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Cosala Tablet
lactation interaction for Cosala Tablet
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alcohol
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Cosala 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cosala 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Cosala 800mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cosala 800mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If you are taking Cosala 800mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Cosala 800mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Cosala 800mg Tablet
Mesalazine(800mg)
Cosala tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
How cosala tablet works
Cosala 800mg Tablet is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
Common side effects of cosala tablet
Stomach pain/epigastric pain, Flatulence, Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Back pain, Fatigue, Rash, Fever, Sleepiness, Tremors, Myocarditis (inflammation of heart muscle), Photosensitivity, Pericarditis, Acute pancreatitis (inflammation of pancreas), Elevated levels of serum amylase, Altered blood counts, Hypersensitivity
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Expert advice FOR Cosala Tablet
- You have been prescribed Mesalazine for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Mesalazine if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Cosala 800mg Tablet
Mesalazine
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Cosala 800mg Tablet?
Continue to take Cosala 800mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Cosala 800mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Cosala 800mg Tablet?
You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Cosala 800mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Cosala 800mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Cosala 800mg Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.