Mesalazine (500mg)
Mesacol 500mg Suppository is only for rectal route and should not be taken orally. It must be use under the supervision of a doctor or healthcare professional. Stay in a lying position for at least 15 minutes after the insertion of suppositories. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.The most common side effects of this medicine include rectal discomfort, rash, itching, and fever. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. You may be asked for kidney and liver function tests before and after the treatment.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Mesacol
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Remove the wrapper from the suppository before inserting it. Keep lying down for about 15 minutes after insertion so that the suppository does not come out before it melts.
Mesacol 500mg Suppository is an aminosalicylate. It works directly on the site of inflammation (swelling) in the lower parts of large intestine (colon and rectum) to provide rapid relief from attacks of ulcerative colitis. It suppresses the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause intestinal inflammation, thereby reducing ulceration, bleeding and painful symptoms.
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Mesacol 500mg Suppository 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.
Mesacol 500mg Suppository 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 Mesacol 500mg Suppository, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
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Mesacol 500mg Suppository should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mesacol 500mg Suppository may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Mesacol 500mg Suppository is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Mesacol 500mg Suppository should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mesacol 500mg Suppository may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Continue to use Mesacol 500mg Suppository as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop using Mesacol 500mg Suppository without consulting your doctor.
Mesacol 500mg Suppository is used for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, however, you should not start using the medicine on your own. Consult a doctor who will prescribe you the right dose and duration of treatment and will address any related or other concerns that you have.
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 Mesacol 500mg Suppository, you should consult your doctor before using alcohol.
Use Mesacol 500mg Suppository exactly as directed by your doctor. If you are using Mesacol 500mg Suppository suppositories you should insert it rectally, once daily at bedtime.
