Rowasa 500 mg Sachet
Abbott
Uses of Rowasa 500 mg Sachet:
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease
Composition of Rowasa 500 mg Sachet:
Mesalazine / Mesalamine 500mg
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35.37
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Description
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease
Uses
Mesalazine / Mesalamine is generally used in treatment of the treatment of ulcerative colitis.
Side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhoea
- Dyspepsia
- Headache
- Nausea
- Rash
- Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Mesalazine / Mesalamine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Mesalazine / Mesalamine is to be taken with food.
How it works
Mesalazine / Mesalamine is an aminosalicylate. It makes the condition better by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and painful symptoms, and prevents fu disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Mesalazine / Mesalamine a steroid, NSAID, immunosuppressant, blood-thinner or sulfa drug?
Mesalazine / Mesalamine is not a steroid, NSAID, immunosuppressant, blood-thinner or sulfa drug. It is an anti-inflammatory drug
Q. Can I take Mesalazine / Mesalamine forever?
No. Mesalazine / Mesalamine should only be taken for the duration prescribed by your doctor
Q. Is Mesalazine / Mesalamine safe?
Yes. Mesalazine / Mesalamine is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Asacol with Advil, Nyquil, tylenol, aspirin, Gaviscon, Imodium?
Asacol (mesalazine) can be taken with Nyquil, Tylenol (paracetamol), Gaviscon (sodium alginate) and Imodium (loperamide) only if prescribed by your doctor. It should not be taken with Advil (ibuprofen) or aspirin
Q. Does Mesalazine / Mesalamine cause bleeding, weight gain, hair loss, immune suppression or liver problems?
Mesalazine / Mesalamine may cause liver problems, immune suppression, hair loss, or bleeding. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Does Mesalazine / Mesalamine affect fertility or sperm count?
There is no evidence of Mesalazine / Mesalamine affecting fertility, but it may very rarely and reversibly reduce sperm count. If you experience any such problems, please consult your doctor.
Mesalazine / Mesalamine is not a steroid, NSAID, immunosuppressant, blood-thinner or sulfa drug. It is an anti-inflammatory drug
Q. Can I take Mesalazine / Mesalamine forever?
No. Mesalazine / Mesalamine should only be taken for the duration prescribed by your doctor
Q. Is Mesalazine / Mesalamine safe?
Yes. Mesalazine / Mesalamine is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Asacol with Advil, Nyquil, tylenol, aspirin, Gaviscon, Imodium?
Asacol (mesalazine) can be taken with Nyquil, Tylenol (paracetamol), Gaviscon (sodium alginate) and Imodium (loperamide) only if prescribed by your doctor. It should not be taken with Advil (ibuprofen) or aspirin
Q. Does Mesalazine / Mesalamine cause bleeding, weight gain, hair loss, immune suppression or liver problems?
Mesalazine / Mesalamine may cause liver problems, immune suppression, hair loss, or bleeding. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Does Mesalazine / Mesalamine affect fertility or sperm count?
There is no evidence of Mesalazine / Mesalamine affecting fertility, but it may very rarely and reversibly reduce sperm count. If you experience any such problems, please consult your doctor.
Expert Advice
- You have been prescribed Mesalazine / Mesalamine for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.Don't break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.Do not take antacids with Mesalazine / Mesalamine as it can make your inflammation worse.Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.Don't take Mesalazine / Mesalamine if you're allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Product Details
SKU: PC-42225
Product Description: Rowasa 500 mg Sachet is manufactured by Abbott
Packing: Sachet
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Rowasa 500 mg Sachet is manufactured by Abbott
Packing: Sachet
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
