Mesalet 800mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Mesalazine (800mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Innovative Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Mesalet 800mg Tablet is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. Mesalet 800mg Tablet 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.
Mesalet 800mg Tablet 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.
Should I stop taking Mesalet 800mg Tablet if my symptoms improve?
No, it's essential to continue taking Mesalet 800mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Stopping treatment prematurely can lead to a relapse of symptoms. Consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medication regimen.
Can I consume alcohol while on Mesalet 800mg Tablet?
It's recommended to avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Mesalet 800mg Tablet, as it may exacerbate stomach and intestinal issues associated with ulcerative colitis. However, consult your doctor for personalized advice regarding alcohol consumption.
Does Mesalet 800mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Mesalet 800mg Tablet may lead to joint pain as a potential side effect. If you experience persistent or bothersome joint discomfort, inform your doctor who can provide guidance and adjust your treatment plan if necessary.
How should I take Mesalet 800mg Tablet?
To ensure the medication's effectiveness, take Mesalet 800mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. Follow their instructions for dosage, timing, and any specific precautions to be taken during treatment.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mesalet 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- You have been prescribed Mesalet 800mg Tablet for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Mesalet 800mg Tablet if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mesalet 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Mesalet 800mg Tablet 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 Mesalet 800mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Pregnancy
Mesalet 800mg Tablet 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.
