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Mesalo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Foam. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.
The right dosage of Mesalo depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Mesalo have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Mesalo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Mesalo's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Mesalo related warnings talks about Mesalo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mesalo contraindications section.
Besides this, Mesalo may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Mesalo, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Mesalo is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mesalo is used -
Mild
Is the use of Mesalo safe for pregnant women?
Mesalo is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Mesalo safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Mesalo on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Mesalo on the Kidneys?
Mesalo rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mesalo on the Liver?
Side effects of Mesalo rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mesalo on the Heart?
Mesalo is not harmful for the heart.
Mesalo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mesalo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mesalo habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mesalo.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Mesalo can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Mesalo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Mesalo for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mesalo
It is safe to take Mesalo with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesalo
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Mesalo.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Asacol® (mesalamine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 684
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 820-822
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Asacol® (mesalamine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 684
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 820-822
