Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Mesalazine (800mg)
Mesader 800mg Tablet DR is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn's ileocolitis by reducing inflammation in the bowel.
Tablet DR
Mesader 800mg Tablet DR is an aminosalicylate used to treat mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's ileocolitis. It should be taken with food and the dose will depend on what you are being treated for. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early, your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Mesader 800mg Tablet DR may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Mesader 800mg Tablet DR is an aminosalicylate that works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding, and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
You have been prescribed Mesader 800mg Tablet DR for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis. Do not take Mesader 800mg Tablet DR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Continue to take Mesader 800mg Tablet DR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Mesader 800mg Tablet DR without consulting your doctor.
Alcohol consumption is generally advised against in individuals with ulcerative colitis due to its potential to irritate the stomach and intestines, which may worsen symptoms. While Mesader 800mg Tablet DR itself does not interfere with alcohol metabolism, consult your doctor regarding alcohol intake for personalized advice.
Yes, some individuals experiencing Mesader 800mg Tablet DR may experience joint pain. If you continue to experience persistent and bothersome joint pain, inform your doctor immediately.
Take Mesader 800mg Tablet DR exactly as directed by your doctor.