Pentasa 500 Tablet PR

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  • Contains / Salt: Mesalamine (Mesalazine) (500 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    • Country of Origin: India

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    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Information

    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses.

    The right dosage of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

    Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    In addition, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pentasa 500 Tablet PR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

    Some other conditions that can be affected by Pentasa 500 Tablet PR are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Additionally, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

    You should also be aware that Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Benefits & Uses

    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Dosage & How to Take

    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
    • Disease: Ulcerative Colitis
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 daily
    • Course Duration: 6 weeks
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Ulcerative Colitis
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 daily
    • Course Duration: 6 weeks
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Ulcerative Colitis
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 6 weeks
    • Special Instructions: Maximum dose 2 g/day
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Ulcerative Colitis
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 35 mg/kg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 6 weeks
    • Special Instructions: Above 5 years old can take

    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR safe for pregnant women?


      Pregnant women can take Pentasa safely.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR safe during breastfeeding?


      Breastfeeding women can take Pentasa as it bears very minor side effects for them.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR on the Kidneys?


      Very few cases of side effects of Pentasa on kidney have been reported.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR on the Liver?


      Pentasa has very mild side effects on the liver.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Pentasa 500 Tablet PR on the Heart?


      Pentasa is not harmful for the heart.

      Safe


    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentasa 500 Tablet PR unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Pentasa 500 Tablet PR

    • Is this Pentasa 500 Tablet PR habit forming or addictive?


      Pentasa 500 Tablet PR does not cause addiction.

      No
    • 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 Pentasa 500 Tablet PR can make you feel drowsy.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      Pentasa 500 Tablet PR is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

      No

    Pentasa 500 Tablet PR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Pentasa 500 Tablet PR


      You can take Pentasa 500 Tablet PR with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Pentasa 500 Tablet PR


      No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pentasa 500 Tablet PR with alcohol will be.

      Unknown


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    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

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