Mesalamine Oral - Mesalamine - Tablet Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Mesalamine Oral
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Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include ringing in ears, headache, confusion, drowsiness, sweating, fast breathing, vomiting, and diarrhea.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat swelling and inflammation of the colon or rectum.
• It is often used to treat ulcerative colitis.

Usage Instructions

• Swallow tablets whole.
• Do not crush or chew them.
• It is important for the outer coating of the tablet to remain intact for the medication to reach the lower intestines.
• Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.
• It may take up to 3 weeks for the effects of this medication to be noticed.
• If your symptoms do not improve or become worse while taking this medication, contact your doctor.

Read Before Using Mesalamine Oral (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use, especially of.

Mesalamine Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• The complete tablet or a partially dissolved tablet may appear in your stool.
• Notify your doctor if this occurs repeatedly.
• Blood tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

Possible Side Effects

• Dizziness, indigestion, bloating, gas, belching or minor stomach ache may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Constipation, diarrhea, weakness, hemorrhoids, cough, dry mouth, hair loss, acne, general body aches, swelling of the feet or ankles (edema) or sweating may also occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
• Notify your doctor promptly if you develop.

Mesalamine Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.