Mesalazine 1g Prolonged-Release Granules

Product Introduction

Mesalazine 1g prolonged-release granules are used to treat ulcerative colitis. They can help control a flare and maintain remission by treating inflammation in the bowel lining.

How to use

Take the oral granules without crushing or chewing them, and swallow with water. The granules must remain intact so their controlled-release design is preserved. Different mesalazine delivery systems are not automatically interchangeable.

How it works

Mesalazine acts locally in the bowel lining to reduce inflammatory pathways involved in ulcerative colitis and related inflammatory bowel disease.

Side effects

Possible effects include headache, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, gas, rash, and indigestion. Serious concerns include kidney inflammation, pancreatitis, chest pain from myocarditis/pericarditis, severe rash, blood disorders, and worsening colitis symptoms.

Important information

Tell your doctor about kidney or liver disease, sulfasalazine allergy, asthma, possible bowel obstruction or a severe disease flare. Mention pregnancy, breastfeeding, azathioprine, mercaptopurine, NSAIDs and other medicines that can affect the kidneys.