Rs.229for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Mesakind Tablet
alcohol interaction for Mesakind Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Mesakind Tablet
lactation interaction for Mesakind Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Mesakind 1200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
None
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mesakind 1200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Mesakind 1200mg 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
Mesakind 1200mg 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 Mesakind 1200mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Mesakind 1200mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Mesakind 1200mg Tablet
Mesalazine(1200mg)
Mesakind tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
How mesakind tablet works
Mesakind 1200mg 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 mesakind 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
SUBSTITUTES FOR Mesakind Tablet
15 Substitutes
15 Substitutes
Sorted By
- Rs. 345pay 47% more per Tablet
- Rs. 352.18pay 49% more per Tablet
- Rs. 385pay 57% more per Tablet
- Rs. 300pay 21% more per Tablet
- Rs. 201.92save 14% more per Tablet
Expert advice FOR Mesakind 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.
- You have been prescribed Mesalazine for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
- Do not take antacids with Mesalazine as it can make your inflammation worse.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions FOR Mesakind 1200mg Tablet
Mesalazine
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Mesakind 1200mg Tablet?
Continue to take Mesakind 1200mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Mesakind 1200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Mesakind 1200mg 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 Mesakind 1200mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Mesakind 1200mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Mesakind 1200mg Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.