Mesalo OD Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.
The optimal dosage of Mesalo OD Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Mesalo OD Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Mesalo OD Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Mesalo OD Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mesalo OD Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Mesalo OD Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Mesalo OD Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Mesalo OD Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mesalo OD Tablet 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 OD Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Mesalo OD Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Mesalo safely.
Is the use of Mesalo OD Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Mesalo has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mesalo OD Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Mesalo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Mesalo OD Tablet on the Liver?
Mesalo has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Mesalo OD Tablet on the Heart?
Mesalo is not harmful for the heart.
Mesalo OD Tablet 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 OD Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mesalo OD Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mesalo OD Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mesalo OD Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Mesalo OD Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Mesalo OD Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mesalo OD Tablet
Taking Mesalo OD Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesalo OD Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mesalo OD Tablet with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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