Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S

Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S contains mesalazine (mesalamine) 1.2 g in each tablet. It is an aminosalicylate medicine used to reduce inflammation in the bowel. Doctors prescribe Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S to help treat ulcerative colitis and to maintain remission so flare-ups happen less often. This is a higher-strength tablet, so it is usually chosen for patients who have already been assessed and need a larger dose in a once-daily oral form.

How it works: Mesalazine works directly in the lining of the intestine to calm inflammation and irritation. In tablet form, Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S delivers the medicine by mouth so it can act in the bowel where ulcerative colitis causes swelling and pain.

The 1.2 g strength provides a relatively large amount of mesalamine in one tablet, which can make dosing simpler for people who need a higher daily amount. Compared with lower-strength mesalamine tablets, Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S may be selected to reduce the number of tablets taken each day and support once-daily use if the prescriber feels that is appropriate. It is not a starter strength for everyone, and the exact dose depends on the condition being treated and how well the patient responds.

• Ulcerative colitis treatment
• Ulcerative colitis maintenance therapy
• Reducing bowel inflammation
• Helping prevent flare-ups

• Swallow Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S whole with water.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your doctor specifically says it is okay.
• Take it at the same time each day if your doctor prescribes once-daily dosing.
• You may take it with or without food unless your prescriber gives different instructions.
• Drink enough fluids while taking this medicine unless you have been told to limit fluids.
• If you miss a dose, take it when remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S provides 1.2 g of mesalazine per tablet, so the prescribed total daily dose may be one or more tablets depending on the patient. For ulcerative colitis, this strength is often used once daily, but the exact frequency and maximum daily amount are decided by the doctor based on age, disease severity, and response. Do not change the dose on your own, because this is a higher-strength tablet and the daily total matters.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Mesalazine / Mesalamine may include:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain or cramps
• Diarrhea
• Gas or bloating
• Mild vomiting
• Dizziness

• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease or a history of kidney problems.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, stomach ulcers, or prior reactions to mesalamine or sulfasalazine.
• Seek medical advice before using if you have asthma or a history of strong allergic reactions.
• This higher-strength tablet should only be used as prescribed; do not use it to self-adjust your dose.
• Tell your doctor about all other anti-inflammatory medicines, since some can add kidney risk or stomach side effects.
• If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor whether this medicine is appropriate.
• Report any new rash, worsening diarrhea, fever, or unusual fatigue promptly.

• Other medicines that can affect the kidneys, including NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Azathioprine or 6-mercaptopurine
• Warfarin or other blood thinners
• Certain stomach-acid medicines or antacids if your clinician advises separation or monitoring
• Other mesalamine or aminosalicylate products

Store Mesacol Od 1.2 g Tablet 15'S in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.