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Mesamin Capsule (Extended Release) contains Mesalazine (5-aminosalicylic acid)
Mesamin Capsule (Extended Release) uses for
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates.This medication may also be used to treat Crohn's disease.
Adult:
- Acute attack: Initially, up to 4 gm/day in 2 divided doses
- Maintenance of remission: Initially, 1.5 gm/day in 2 divided doses, adjust subsequently based on response.
Child (55 year):
- Acute attack: 150 mg/kg (max: 1 gm) tid
- Maintenance of remission: 10 mg/kg (max: 500 mg) 2 times daily.
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1 hr before meals. Swallow whole, do not chew/crush.
Products are salicylates; symptoms of salicylate toxicity may include confusion, deafness, dehydration, diarrhea, drowsiness, dyspnea, electrolyte and blood pH imbalance, headache, hematemesis, hyperpnea, hyperthermia, hyperventilation, lethargy, seizures, sweating, tachypnea, tinnitus, vertigo, vomiting.
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