Elmes
Composition for Elmes Products
Elmes Products are primarily used for
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s diseaseProducts for Elmes
ELMES 500 MG POWDER
box of 1 gm Powder
MRP₹12.19
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About Elmes Products
Uses of Elmes Products
Mesalazine is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
Elmes Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Elmes are Flatulence, Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Rash, Dyspepsia.
How Elmes 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 Elmes Products
- You have been prescribed Elmes 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 Elmes 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 Elmes 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 Elmes 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 Elmes if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Patient Concerns about Elmes Products
Frequently asked questions about Elmes Products
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking ELMES 500 MG POWDER?
Continue to take ELMES 500 MG POWDER as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking ELMES 500 MG POWDER without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking ELMES 500 MG POWDER?
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 ELMES 500 MG POWDER, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does ELMES 500 MG POWDER cause joint pain?
Yes, ELMES 500 MG POWDER may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Q. When is the best time to take ELMES 500 MG POWDER?
Take ELMES 500 MG POWDER exactly as directed by your doctor.