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Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. 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 nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away, or get worse, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat, or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness. 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
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 Pentasa
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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. Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules 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.
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules. Please consult your doctor.
Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules 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.
Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules 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 1gm Prolonged Release Granules, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Continue to take Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules without consulting your doctor.
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 1gm Prolonged Release Granules, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Yes, Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Take Pentasa 1gm Prolonged Release Granules exactly as directed by your doctor.
