Pentasa2gm
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Radiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with 5 Aminosalicylic Acid (Mesalamine). |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It should be given in pregnancy only if the potential beneft justifes the potential risk to the fetus. |
| Breastfeeding | CAUTION Caution is advised when it is administered to a nursing mother. |
| Driving | CAUTION If there is any problem during driving, stop taking 5 Aminosalicylic Acid (Mesalamine). Seek medical advice to your doctor. |
Dosage
Ulcerative colitis- Adults: Active disease: Individual dosage, up to 4 gm mesalazine once daily or divided into 2-4 doses. Maintenance treatment: Indivi... View More
Administration
The granules must not be chewed. The contents of the sachet should be emptied onto the tongue and washed down with some water or orange juice. Alternati... View More
Interaction
Concurrent use of other known nephrotoxic agents such as NSAIDs and Azathioprine may increase the risk of renal reactions.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to salicylates or to any other component of the formulation.
Side Effects
The commonly reported adverse events are headache, nausea, dizziness, asthenia, dyspepsia, vomiting, pruritus etc.
Precautions & Warnings
Patients with pyloric stenosis may have prolonged gastric retention of Mesalamine tablets which could delay release of Mesalamine in the colon. Renal im... View More
Overdose Effects
There is no specifc antidote for Mesalamine overdose. Treatment for suspected acute severe toxicity should be symptomatic and supportive. This may inclu... View More
Storage Conditions
Store below 30 0 C. Protect from light and moisture. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Indications
Treatment of mild to moderately active Ulcerative Colitis & Crohn’s Disease. Maintenance of remission of Ulcerative Colitis. Maintenance of remission of... View More
Pharmacology
The mechanism of action of5 Aminosalicylic Acid (Mesalamine) is unknown, but appears to be topical rather than systemic. Mucosal production of Arachido... View More
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