Mesanon OD Tablet PR

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Mesanon OD Tablet PR is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 21 Sep 2025 | 05:34 PM (IST)

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Product introduction

Mesanon OD Tablet PR 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.

Uses of Mesanon Tablet PR

Benefits of Mesanon Tablet PR

Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum. Mesanon OD Tablet PR helps reduce the inflammation in the intestinal lining by targeting the disease locally. Reduction in inflammation promotes mucosal healing and causes symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding to subside.

Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the digestive tract, causing symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fatigue. Mesanon OD Tablet PR is used in mild to moderate cases to reduce inflammation and manage flare-ups. It can help prevent disease progression, reduce the need for steroids, and support intestinal health over time.

Side effects of Mesanon Tablet PR

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 them

Common side effects of Mesanon

Flatulence
Headache
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Rash
Stomach pain/epigastric pain

How to use Mesanon Tablet PR

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Mesanon OD Tablet PR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Mesanon Tablet PR works

Mesanon OD Tablet PR 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.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Mesanon OD Tablet PR 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 Mesanon OD Tablet PR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
You have been prescribed Mesanon OD Tablet PR for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
Do not take antacids with Mesanon OD Tablet PR as it can make your inflammation worse.
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 Mesanon OD Tablet PR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mesanon OD Tablet PR. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mesanon OD Tablet PR 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mesanon OD Tablet PR 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 Mesanon OD Tablet PR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

Mesanon OD Tablet PR does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Mesanon OD Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mesanon OD Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Mesanon OD Tablet PR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Mesanon OD Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mesanon OD Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Mesanon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Clozapine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your blood cell count and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Azathioprine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use can not be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts.

Moderate

Deferiprone (Oral Route)

If concurrent use can not be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts.

Moderate

Mercaptopurine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use cannot be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts.

Mild

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Mesanon OD Tablet PR?

Continue to take Mesanon OD Tablet PR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Mesanon OD Tablet PR without consulting your doctor.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Mesanon OD Tablet PR?

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 Mesanon OD Tablet PR, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.

Does Mesanon OD Tablet PR cause joint pain?

Yes, Mesanon OD Tablet PR may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.

When is the best time to take Mesanon OD Tablet PR?

Take Mesanon OD Tablet PR exactly as directed by your doctor.

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Chemical Class

Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

5-Aminosalicylic Acid (5-ASA)

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Product introduction

Uses of Mesanon Tablet PR

Benefits of Mesanon Tablet PR

Side effects of Mesanon Tablet PR

How to use Mesanon Tablet PR

How Mesanon Tablet PR works

All substitutes for Mesanon OD Tablet PR

Coolgut Tablet PR

Mesahenz 1200 Tablet PR

Mesacol OD Tablet PR

Vegaz OD Tablet PR

Coloncop 1200mg Tablet PR

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Clozapine (Oral Route)

Azathioprine (Oral Route)

Deferiprone (Oral Route)

Mercaptopurine (Oral Route)

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Mesanon OD Tablet PR?

Can I drink alcohol while taking Mesanon OD Tablet PR?

Does Mesanon OD Tablet PR cause joint pain?

When is the best time to take Mesanon OD Tablet PR?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Anti Neutrophilic Cytoplasmic Antibody - P

Anti Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (ASCA), IgA

Anti Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (ASCA), IgG

C- Reactive Protein Quantitative

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

References

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