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MRP: 88/- (1 STRIP)
Packing: 1×10
SALT COMPOSITION
Mesalazine (2gm)
STORAGE
Store below 30°C
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Mesawibe-Sachet 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.
Mesawibe-Sachet 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.
USES OF MESAWIBE-SACHET
Ulcerative colitis
Crohn’s disease
BENEFITS OF MESAWIBE-SACHET
In Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Mesawibe-Sachet can relieve these symptoms and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. There are many different brands and your doctor will decide which is most suitable for you. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
SIDE EFFECTS OF MESAWIBE-SACHET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Mesawibe
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Flatulence
Headache
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Rash
HOW TO USE MESAWIBE-SACHET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Mesawibe-sachet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW MESAWIBE-SACHET WORKS
Mesawibe-Sachet is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mesawibe-Sachet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mesawibe-Sachet 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mesawibe-Sachet 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 Mesawibe-Sachet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Mesawibe-Sachet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Mesawibe-Sachet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of MESAWIBE-SACHET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Mesawibe-Sachet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Mesawibe-Sachet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mesawibe-Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
MESAWIBE-SACHET should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.