Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Information

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pentasa 500 Tablet PR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Pentasa 500 Tablet PR are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Pentasa Benefits & Uses
Pentasa Dosage & How to Take
Pentasa Side Effects
Pentasa Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pentasa with Other Drugs
Pentasa Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pentasa
Pentasa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Benefits & Uses

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis (Read More - Healing Your Gut: Natural Remedies for Intestinal Inflammation)

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Ulcerative Colitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ulcerative Colitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ulcerative Colitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: Maximum dose 2 g/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ulcerative Colitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 35 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: Above 5 years old can take

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Related Warnings

Is the use of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Pentasa safely.

Safe
Is the use of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Pentasa on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR on the Kidneys?

Pentasa rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Pentasa on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR on the Heart?

Pentasa is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR with Other Drugs

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tacrolimus

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Cidofovir

Cidofovir Injection

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Caffeine

Diclofenac

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentasa 500 Tablet PR unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pentasa 500 Tablet PR

Is this Pentasa 500 Tablet PR habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pentasa 500 Tablet PR.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pentasa 500 Tablet PR. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pentasa 500 Tablet PR

Taking Pentasa 500 Tablet PR with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentasa 500 Tablet PR

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pentasa 500 Tablet PR.

Unknown