Cosala
Composition for Cosala Products
Cosala Products are primarily used for
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s diseaseProducts for Cosala
Cosala 400mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹75
Cosala 800mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹203
Not Available
Substitute brands for Cosala
About Cosala Products
Uses of Cosala Products
Mesalazine is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
Cosala Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Cosala are Flatulence, Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Rash, Dyspepsia.
How Cosala Products work
Mesalazine 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.
In Depth Information for Cosala Products
- You have been prescribed Cosala 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 Cosala 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 Cosala 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 Cosala 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 Cosala if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Patient Concerns about Cosala Products
Frequently asked questions about Cosala Products
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Cosala 400mg Tablet?
Continue to take Cosala 400mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Cosala 400mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Cosala 400mg Tablet?
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 Cosala 400mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Cosala 400mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Cosala 400mg Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Q. When is the best time to take Cosala 400mg Tablet?
Take Cosala 400mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.