Procol OD
Composition for Procol OD Products
Procol OD Products are primarily used for
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s diseaseProducts for Procol OD
Procol OD 1200mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹189.3
Not Available
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About Procol OD Products
Uses of Procol OD Products
Mesalazine is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
Procol OD Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Procol OD are Flatulence, Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Rash, Dyspepsia.
How Procol OD 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 Procol OD Products
- You have been prescribed Procol OD 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 Procol OD 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 Procol OD 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 Procol OD 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 Procol OD if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Patient Concerns about Procol OD Products
Frequently asked questions about Procol OD Products
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Procol OD 1200mg Tablet?
Continue to take Procol OD 1200mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Procol OD 1200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Procol OD 1200mg 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 Procol OD 1200mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Procol OD 1200mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Procol OD 1200mg Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Q. When is the best time to take Procol OD 1200mg Tablet?
Take Procol OD 1200mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.