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Mesacol Od Tablet Pr

Manufacturer :  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Mesalazine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Mesacol Od Tablet Pr

This medication is an anti-inflammatory drug which treats inflammatory bowel disease, including inflamed anus or ulcerative colitis. The dosage depends on your age, medical condition, gender, response to therapy, and use of interacting medicines.

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders or active stomach ulcer disease. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a doctor before consuming this tablet. It should not be given to children under 2 years of age.

    What are the uses of Mesacol Od Tablet Pr

    What are the contraindications of Mesacol Od Tablet Pr ?

    What are the side effects of Mesacol Od Tablet Pr ?

    Key highlights of Mesacol Od Tablet Pr

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      It is advised not to consume this medication during pregnancy.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      It is advised not to consume this medication during breastfeeding.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose of this medicine should be taken as soon as you remember it.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    Though the precise mechanism of action is not known, it is supposed that this drug works by blocking cyclooxygenase and preventing prostaglandin generation in the colon.

      FAQs about Mesacol Od Tablet Pr

      • Ques : What is Mesacol Od Tablet Pr?

        Ans : Mesacol Od Tablet is a medication which has Mesalazine as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by decreasing the swelling and prevents further inflammations and ulcers.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Mesacol Od Tablet Pr?

        Ans : Mesacol Tablet Pr is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's ileocolitis.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Mesacol Od Tablet Pr?

        Ans : Hypersensitivity, Abdominal and stomach pain, Blurred vision, Bloating, Headache, Irregular heartbeat, Hair loss, Constipation, and Dry mouth are possible side-effects which may occur.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Mesacol Od Tablet Pr?

        Ans : Mesacol should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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