Mesalazine (500mg)
Rowasa 500 mg Pellets is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis.
1 Sachet of 1 Pellets
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Rowasa 500 mg Pellets is to be taken with food.
Rowasa 500 mg Pellets 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 painful symptoms, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
Related Warnings
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Rowasa 500 mg Pellets may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Rowasa 500 mg Pellets is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
If you are taking Rowasa 500 mg Pellets, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Rowasa 500 mg Pellets does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Rowasa 500 mg Pellets should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rowasa 500 mg Pellets may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Rowasa 500 mg Pellets is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Rowasa 500 mg Pellets should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rowasa 500 mg Pellets may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
