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Mezakool is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.
The optimal dosage of Mezakool is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mezakool as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mezakool go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Mezakool has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mezakool's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Mezakool contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Mezakool may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mezakool is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Mezakool 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 Mezakool is used -
Mild
Is the use of Mezakool safe for pregnant women?
Mezakool is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Mezakool safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Mezakool on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Mezakool on the Kidneys?
Mezakool has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mezakool on the Liver?
Mezakool is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mezakool on the Heart?
Mezakool is completely safe for the heart.
Mezakool 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 Mezakool unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mezakool habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Mezakool has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mezakool. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mezakool only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Mezakool is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mezakool
Taking Mezakool with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mezakool
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Mezakool.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
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
