Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) Information

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 (10) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) related warnings talks about Mesacol 400 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Mesacol Benefits & Uses
Mesacol Dosage & How to Take
Mesacol Side Effects
Mesacol Related Warnings
Mesacol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mesacol
Mesacol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) Benefits & Uses

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) 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

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) Related Warnings

Is the use of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?

Mesacol is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?

Mesacol has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?

Mesacol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) on the Liver?

Mesacol has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) on the Heart?

Mesacol is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mesacol 400 Tablet (10)

Is this Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) is not addictive in nature.

No
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 (10) as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) only as per medical advice.

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

No, Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mesacol 400 Tablet (10)

Taking Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesacol 400 Tablet (10)

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mesacol 400 Tablet (10) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown