Prescription status:
Prescription required
Manufacturer Name:
CADILA PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Drug classification:
Anti-inflammatory agents, aminosalicylates
What is this used for:
When to not take this medicine:
How should i take the medicine:
Take this medicine with an adequate amount of water as directed by the physician. Do not take this medicine in small or larger amounts than recommended.
How this medicine works:
It works by stopping the body from producing a certain substance that may cause inflammation.
Side effects:
Common:
Less common:
Rare:
Pregnancy warning: Category C
Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Lactation warning:
Use of this medicine is not recommended for lactating and breastfeeding mothers unless absolutely necessary. Inform your doctor about the use of this medicine. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Renal dose adjustments:
Care must be taken for individuals with kidney disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative on the basis of creatinine clearance values.
Hepatic dose adjustments:
Care must be taken for individuals with liver disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative.
Drug interactions:
Acetohexamide: Moderate
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. The use of these medicines are contraindicated since they may give serious adverse reactions which may lead to coma or death. Suitable alternatives may be considered based on the condition of the patient.
Bacitracin: Moderate
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. When these medicines are taken or used together may occasionally cause kidney problems, and combining it with other medications that can also affect the kidney such as bacitracin may increase that risk.If you experience any signs and symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.
Cisplatin: Moderate
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. When these medicines are taken or used together may occasionally cause kidney problems, and combining it with other medications that can also affect the kidney such as bacitracin may increase that risk.If you experience any signs and symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.
Cyclosporine: Moderate
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. The use of these medicines are contraindicated since they may give serious adverse reactions which may lead to coma or death. Suitable alternatives may be considered based on the condition of the patient.
Diclofenac: Moderate
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. When these medicines are taken or used together may occasionally cause kidney problems, and combining it with other medications that can also affect the kidney such as diclofenac may increase the risk. If you experience any signs and symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.
Ibuprofen: Moderate
Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. When these medicines are taken or used together may occasionally cause kidney problems, and combining it with other medications that can also affect the kidney such as ibuprofen may increase that risk If you experience any signs and symptoms like weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion,then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.
Alcohol interactions:
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving/taking this medicine as it may cause interactions and lead to serious adverse effects and may worsen the health condition.
Food interactions: N/A.
Expert Advice:
Missed dose instructions:
Take this medicine as soon as you remember. However if it is almost the for your next dose skip the dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Over dose Instructions:
Seek emergency treatment or contact your physician in case if you experience any unusual signs and symptoms during the treatment with this medicine.
Storage Instructions:
References:
Drugs H. Mesalamine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2020 [cited 5 November 2020]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a688021.html\
Mesalazine | DrugBank Online [Internet]. Go.drugbank.com. 2020 [cited 5 November 2020]. Available from: https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00244
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