Mesalo Tablet Information

Mesalo Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.

The right dosage of Mesalo Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mesalo Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Mesalo Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mesalo Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Mesalo Tablet related warnings talks about Mesalo Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Additionally, Mesalo Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mesalo Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Mesalo Tablet Benefits & Uses

Mesalo Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Mesalo Tablet 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

Mesalo Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Mesalo Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Mesalo is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Mesalo Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Mesalo on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Mesalo Tablet on the Kidneys?

Mesalo rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Mesalo Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Mesalo rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mesalo Tablet on the Heart?

Mesalo is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Mesalo Tablet with Other Drugs

Mesalo Tablet 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

Mesalo Tablet Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mesalo Tablet

Is this Mesalo Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Mesalo Tablet.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Mesalo Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Mesalo Tablet 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?

There is no benefit of taking Mesalo Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Mesalo Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mesalo Tablet

It is safe to take Mesalo Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesalo Tablet

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

Unknown