Mesacol Tablet (Mesalamine)
Mesacol Tablet 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.
Mesacol CR 1gm Granules 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.
Uses of Mesacol Sachet
- Ulcerative colitis
- Crohn’s disease
Benefits of Mesacol Sachet
Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Mesacol CR 1gm Granules can relieve these symptoms and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. There are many different brands and your doctor will decide which is most suitable for you. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
In Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines. The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen. Mesacol CR 1gm Granules helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back.
Side effects of Mesacol Sachet
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 Mesacol
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Rash
How to use Mesacol Sachet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Mesacol CR 1gm Granules may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.