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Mesalo OD Tablet
Mesalazine
Uses of Mesalo Od Tablet
- Ulcerative colitis
- Crohn’s ileocolitis
Introduction to Mesalo Od Tablet
Mesalo od tablet is an anti-inflammatory drug that contains the active ingredient Mesalazine. It belongs to the family known as aminosalicylates. It is used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s ileocolitis. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s ileocolitis are inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Ulcerative colitis mainly inflames the colon and rectum, causing diarrhea and rectal bleeding. Crohn’s ileocolitis affects the small intestine and colon, involving deeper layers of the intestinal wall and leading to abdominal pain, weight loss, and complications.
Do not take Mesalo od tablet if you are allergic to Mesalazine, aspirin, salicylate, or any of its ingredients. Do not take this medicine if you have severe kidney disease or blood abnormalities while taking other medicines, such as sulphasalazine. This medicine is not for use in children under the age of 2. Inform your doctor if you have or have had a history of severe skin rash or skin peeling, blistering, and mouth sore.
Before initiating Mesalo od tablet treatment, your kidney and blood function will be assessed through tests. Your doctor will periodically monitor your liver, kidney, and blood health using blood and urine samples throughout your treatment. Mesalo od tablet use may lead to kidney stones, which could cause abdominal pain and blood in urine. Ensure proper hydration during Mesalo od tablet treatment.
Therapeutic Effects of Mesalo Od Tablet
Mesalo od tablet works by reducing gut inflammation. It inhibits inflammatory compounds, counters free radicals, and adjusts the immune response, providing relief, promoting healing, and managing these conditions.
Interaction of Mesalo Od Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional, supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications, such as Lactulose, interact with Mesalo od tablet and reduce their effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Mesalo Od Tablet
- Store Mesalo od tablet at 30°C.
- Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture.
- Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
- Always look for the expiration date before consuming it.
How to consume Mesalo Od Tablet
Take the Mesalo od tablet as your physician advises. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.
Safety Advices for Mesalo Od Tablet
Pregnancy
Do not use Mesalo od tablet unless your doctor advises. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby; think you may be pregnant so that your doctor may decide to give you this medicine if the expected benefits outweigh any potential risks.
Breast Feeding
Do not use Mesalo od tablet unless your doctor advises. It is unknown whether Mesalo od tablet is excreted in breast milk. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor for more information.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Mesalo od tablet is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Liver
Mesalo od tablet should be used cautiously in liver patients. Before starting the treatment, inform your physician about pre-existing liver conditions.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking Mesalo od tablet is safe or not. So, consult your doctor for more information.
Driving
Mesalo od tablet doesnt alter the capacity of driving or operating machinery. Contact your doctor for more information.
Side Effects of Mesalo Od Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Unexpected nose bleeds, bleeding gums, bruising more easily
- Problems with kidney function
- Skin rash with flaking, boils or sore lips, or mouth
- Fever, sore throat
- Mouth or lip ulcers
- Spots underneath your skin
- Swollen ankles
Common
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Bloating
- Muscle pain
Brand
Cipla LTD
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