Mesacol Enema

Mesacol Enema

Let us guide you through the essential information about Mesacol Enema. This page details its approved uses, provides clear instructions on how to use it, outlines potential side effects you should be aware of, and highlights important warnings and precautions. Remember, the information here is a supplement to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice regarding Mesacol Enema.

Information about Mesacol Enema (Brand: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd) - Uses: Ulcerative colitis,Crohn’s disease

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  • MRP: ₹ 130
  • Packing: 60.0 ml in 1 box
  • Salt Combination: Mesalazine (4gm)
  • Brand: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
  • Uses: Ulcerative colitis,Crohn’s disease

Description

  • Mesacol Enema is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis
  • It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel
  • Mesacol Enema may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis
  • It should be taken with food
  • The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes
  • 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.
  • The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting
  • If these symptoms bother you, do not go away, or get worse, let your doctor know
  • There may be ways of reducing or preventing them
  • Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention
  • Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat, or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness
  • Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach
  • Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine
  • Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Cautions

Liver: CAUTION: Mesacol Enema should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mesacol Enema may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: CAUTION: Mesacol Enema should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mesacol Enema may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Use of Mesacol Enema is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Driving: SAFE: Mesacol Enema does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Mesacol Enema is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.^If you are taking Mesacol Enema, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Pregnency: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Mesacol Enema may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol: CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mesacol Enema. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: 5-Aminosalicylic Acid (5-ASA)
Therapeutic class: GASTRO INTESTINAL
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative

Uses

Uses of Mesacol Enema

  • Ulcerative colitis Crohn’s disease
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Mesacol Enema, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Mesacol Enema
  • Stomach pain/epigastric pain
  • Flatulence
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Rash

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