Mesacol Tablet DR

Overview of Mesacol Tablet DR
Mesacol Tablet DR is an anti-inflammatory medication designed to manage inflammatory bowel conditions, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s ileocolitis. It helps ease symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, bleeding, and bloating by reducing inflammation in the intestines.

This medicine should be taken with food and exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dosage and treatment duration depend on your condition. Completing the full course of treatment is essential, as stopping early may lead to a return of symptoms or worsening of the disease.

Possible Effects
Common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, flatulence, headache, and mild skin irritation. Most of these effects are temporary. If they persist or become severe, contact your doctor for advice on managing them. Rarely, serious allergic reactions may occur, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, unusual bleeding, rash, fever, or extreme fatigue. Seek immediate medical attention if these arise.

Before starting Mesacol Tablet DR, inform your healthcare provider about any liver or kidney issues, stomach blockages, age-related factors, and all other medications you are taking. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor prior to use.

Primary Uses

• Ulcerative colitis
• Crohn’s disease

Benefits
Mesacol Tablet DR targets inflammation in the bowel lining, promoting healing of ulcers and easing symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. By reducing intestinal inflammation, it helps prevent future flare-ups and supports overall digestive health.

Common Side Effects
Most side effects are mild and resolve over time. Consult your doctor if they persist or cause concern.

• Flatulence
• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Skin rash

How to Take
Take the tablet as directed by your doctor, swallowing it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking. It can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at a consistent time each day for best results.

How It Works
Mesacol Tablet DR contains aminosalicylates, which help reduce inflammation by limiting the production of chemical messengers in the intestines. This action decreases ulcer formation, bleeding, and pain while helping prevent future disease flare-ups.

Safety Information

• Alcohol: Use with caution; consult your doctor
• Pregnancy: Only use if prescribed after assessing potential risks
• Breastfeeding: Likely unsafe; may pass into breast milk
• Driving: Usually does not impair driving ability
• Kidney: Use caution and consult your doctor; dose adjustments may be required
• Liver: Use caution and consult your doctor; dose adjustments may be required

Missed Dose Instructions
If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.