Mesagon
Composition for Mesagon Products
Mesagon Products are primarily used for
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s diseaseProducts for Mesagon
Mesagon Tablet PR
strip of 10 Tablet pr
MRP₹264.38
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About Mesagon Products
Uses of Mesagon Products
Mesalazine is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
Mesagon Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Mesagon are Flatulence, Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Rash, Dyspepsia.
How Mesagon 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 Mesagon Products
- You have been prescribed Mesagon 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 Mesagon 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 Mesagon 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 Mesagon 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 Mesagon if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Patient Concerns about Mesagon Products
Frequently asked questions about Mesagon Products
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Mesagon Tablet PR?
Continue to take Mesagon Tablet PR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Mesagon Tablet PR without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Mesagon 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 Mesagon Tablet PR, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Mesagon Tablet PR cause joint pain?
Yes, Mesagon Tablet PR may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Q. When is the best time to take Mesagon Tablet PR?
Take Mesagon Tablet PR exactly as directed by your doctor.