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Mesacol Suppository (5) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suppository. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.
The right dosage of Mesacol Suppository (5) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mesacol Suppository (5) as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mesacol Suppository (5) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Mesacol Suppository (5) has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mesacol Suppository (5) related warnings talks about Mesacol Suppository (5)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mesacol Suppository (5) contraindications section.
Additionally, Mesacol Suppository (5) may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mesacol Suppository (5) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Mesacol Suppository (5) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Mesacol Suppository (5) safe for pregnant women?
Mesacol is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Mesacol Suppository (5) safe during breastfeeding?
Mesacol has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mesacol Suppository (5) on the Kidneys?
Mesacol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mesacol Suppository (5) on the Liver?
Mesacol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Mesacol Suppository (5) on the Heart?
Mesacol is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mesacol Suppository (5) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mesacol Suppository (5) habit forming or addictive?
Mesacol Suppository (5) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mesacol Suppository (5) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mesacol Suppository (5) only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mesacol Suppository (5) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mesacol Suppository (5)
Taking Mesacol Suppository (5) with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesacol Suppository (5)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mesacol Suppository (5) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Asacol® (mesalamine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 684
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 820-822