Rs.231for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Mesanid Tablet
alcohol interaction for Mesanid Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Mesanid Tablet
lactation interaction for Mesanid Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Mesanid 1200mg 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 Mesanid 1200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Mesanid 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
Mesanid 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 Mesanid 1200mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Mesanid 1200mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Mesanid 1200mg Tablet
Mesalazine(1200mg)
Mesanid tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
How mesanid tablet works
Mesanid 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 mesanid 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 Mesanid 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 Mesanid 1200mg Tablet
Mesalazine
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Mesanid 1200mg Tablet?
Continue to take Mesanid 1200mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Mesanid 1200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Mesanid 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 Mesanid 1200mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Mesanid 1200mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Mesanid 1200mg Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.