Mesacol 800mg Tablet

VEG OAT PEEL:

Mesacol 800 MG contains Mesalazine which is an anti-inflammatory agent

WHAT MESACOL 800MG IS USED FOR?

It is used to treat,

Mild to moderate attacks of ulcerative colitis in which the lining of the intestine bleed, becomes inflamed and becomes perforated
It helps to reduce the inflammation and the painful symptoms, prevent further episodes (flares) of ulcerative colitis
Crohn?s ileo-colitis, a disease affecting the small bowel (terminal ileum) and colon in which the lining of the bowel becomes swollen and sore thus leading to the development of ulcers, abscesses and narrowing (strictures) in the bowel

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor, if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription

Lactulose used for constipation
Ibuprofen, Aspirin used for pain relief
Azathioprine used after transplantations or to treat auto-immune diseases

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always take MESACOL 800MG exactly as your doctor has told you
The tablets should be swallowed whole with water without breaking the tablet
While taking this medicine ensure you drink adequate fluids to remain well hydrated, especially after severe or prolonged episodes of vomiting or diarrhoea, high fever or heavy sweating
This is to avoid problems with your kidneys
The usual dose is:

Treating ulcerative colitis  up to 6 tablets each day divided throughout the day
Preventing a flare of ulcerative colitis  up to 3 tablets each day once daily or divided throughout the day
Preventing a flare of Crohn’s ileo-colitis up to 3 tablets each day divided throughout the day
Do not take more than 6 tablets a day

If you take more MESACOL

If you take too much medicine, tell your doctor immediately or go to your nearest hospital

If you forget to take MESACOL

Take it as soon as you remember and continue taking your tablets as before
Do not take two doses together
If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and carry on as before

If you stop taking MESACOL

Keep taking MESACOL 800MG tablets for as long as your doctor tells you

STORAGE:

Keep out of reach of children
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)
Do not use MESACOL after the expiry date