Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR 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.

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Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR 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 Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

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SALT INFORMATION FOR Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR

Mesalazine(500mg)

Pentasa tablet pr uses

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

How pentasa tablet pr works

Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR 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 pentasa tablet pr

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 Pentasa Tablet PR

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Expert advice FOR Pentasa Tablet PR

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 Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR

Mesalazine

Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR?

Continue to take Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR without consulting your doctor.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR?

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 Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.

Q. Does Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR cause joint pain?

Yes, Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.

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