Active Drug Composition & Packaging
Active Ingredient: Mesalazine 500 mg
Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packaging Details: Strip of 5 suppositories
Dosage Form: Other
Prescription Status: Over The Counter (OTC)
1. Uses & Indications
Treatment and maintenance of remission in ulcerative colitis and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
2. How It Works (Mechanism of Action)
Aminosalicylate anti-inflammatory that acts locally on colonic mucosal cells to inhibit cyclooxygenase and lipoxygenase pathways.
3. Dosage & Administration
Administer sachet granules whole on tongue and wash down with plenty of water. Do not chew granules.
4. Common Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, mild nausea, diarrhea, or headache.
5. Safety Advice & Warnings
- Alcohol: Caution advised. Consult your physician before consuming alcohol with this medication.
- Pregnancy: Consult your healthcare provider before use during pregnancy. Use only if clearly needed.
- Breastfeeding: Consult your physician before using this medication while breastfeeding.
- Driving: May cause mild dizziness or drowsiness in sensitive individuals. Do not drive if affected.
- Kidney & Liver: Use with clinical caution in patients with underlying kidney or liver conditions. Dose monitoring recommended.
Alternative Substitutes (Same Drug Composition):
Etiasa 500mg Sachet (Novartis India Ltd) | ELMES 500 MG POWDER (Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | Meslataj Suppository (Taj Pharma India Ltd) | Mesalov 500 Tablet PR (Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd) | Pentasa 500mg Tablet PR (Ferring Pharmaceuticals)

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