Mesalo OD Tablet

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Composition FOR Mesalo 1200mg Tablet DR

Mesalazine(1200mg)

food interaction for Mesalo Tablet DR

alcohol interaction for Mesalo Tablet DR

pregnancy interaction for Mesalo Tablet DR

lactation interaction for Mesalo Tablet DR

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alcohol
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Mesalo OD 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 Mesalo OD Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Mesalo OD 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
Mesalo OD 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 Mesalo OD Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Mesalo 1200mg Tablet DR

Mesalazine(1200mg)

Mesalo tablet dr uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.

How mesalo tablet dr works

Mesalo OD 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 mesalo tablet dr

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 Mesalo Tablet DR

  • 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 Mesalo 1200mg Tablet DR

Mesalazine

Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Mesalo OD Tablet?
Continue to take Mesalo OD Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Mesalo OD Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Mesalo OD 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 Mesalo OD Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Mesalo OD Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Mesalo OD Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
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Q. When is the best time to take Mesalo OD Tablet?
Take Mesalo OD Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.

Content on this page was last updated on 23 April, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)