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Mesacol 400 Tablet (15), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15). 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.
While these are the most often observed Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) related warnings section.
The section on Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) safe for pregnant women?
Mesacol is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Mesacol has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) on the Kidneys?
Mesacol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) on the Liver?
Mesacol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) 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 400 Tablet (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) habit forming or addictive?
Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) 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 400 Tablet (15) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mesacol 400 Tablet (15)
Taking Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesacol 400 Tablet (15)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (15) 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