Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA (Mesalazine)
Complete patient guide for uses, dosage, side effects, and safety information
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What Is Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA Used For?
Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA contains the active ingredient mesalazine (also called 5-aminosalicylic acid or 5-ASA). It is an anti-inflammatory medication specifically designed to treat ulcerative colitis.
Primary Uses
This medication is used for treating ulcerative colitis during flare-ups and for preventing future episodes of the condition.
How It Works
When taken for a flare-up of ulcerative colitis, it works throughout the entire colon and rectum to reduce inflammation and improve symptoms. It can also be taken long-term to help prevent the condition from returning.
How to Take Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA
Take your tablets at the same time each day, with or without food. The tablets must be swallowed whole and never crushed or chewed. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
Dosage Instructions
For adults and elderly patients: The usual daily dose is 2.4g to 4.8g (two to four tablets) taken once daily for acute episodes. If taking the highest dose of 4.8g daily, you should be evaluated after 8 weeks. For maintenance to prevent recurrence, your doctor may prescribe 2.4g (two tablets) once daily. Not recommended for children under 18 years due to lack of safety data.
What If You Miss a Dose?
If you miss your dose at the usual time, take your next dose as scheduled the following day. Continue with your regular dosing schedule.
Important: Never take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Take it regularly even when you don’t have symptoms.
Available Tablet Strengths
Side Effects
Like all medications, this medicine can cause side effects. Most are mild and temporary, but some require medical attention.
Common Side Effects
These side effects occur relatively frequently and usually don’t require emergency care:
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Indigestion
- Mild stomach pains
- Bloating or passing wind
- Excessive gas in stomach or bowel
- Increased number of bowel movements
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash or itchy skin
- Fever
- Loss of strength
- Muscle, joint or back pain
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Acute intolerance syndrome (cramping, severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, fever, headache, rash)
- Unexplained bruising, rash, anemia, sore throat, unusual bleeding
- Allergic swelling of face, eyes, lips, mouth, tongue or throat causing difficulty swallowing or breathing
- Widespread rash with skin blistering around mouth, eyes and genitals
- Allergic skin rash with fever
- Severe back, side or stomach pain, trouble urinating, painful urination (kidney stones)
- Increased blood pressure
- Serious skin rashes with target-like patches, skin peeling, mouth/throat/nose/genital ulcers
- Strong headache, vision problems, ear ringing (increased skull pressure)
Important Warnings
Before taking this medication, make sure your doctor knows about all your medical conditions and other medications you’re taking.
Who Should Not Take Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA
Do not use if you are allergic to mesalazine, any ingredients in this medication, or salicylates (including aspirin). Always check the ingredient list to ensure you can safely use this medicine.
Medical Conditions to Discuss
Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, previous heart inflammation, previous allergic reactions to mesalazine or sulphasalazine, stomach or gut narrowing/blockage, skin conditions like atopic dermatitis or eczema, history of severe skin reactions, or any other medical conditions.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Check with your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while using this medicine.
Drug Interactions
Some medications may interfere with how Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA works. Always tell your doctor about all medicines, vitamins, and supplements you’re taking.
- Other mesalazine or sulphasalazine medications
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (aspirin, ibuprofen, diclofenac)
- Immunosuppressant medicines (azathioprine, 6-mercaptopurine)
- Blood thinners (warfarin and other coumarin-type anticoagulants)
Alcohol & Driving
Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Driving and Operating Machinery
This medication is not expected to impair your driving ability or your ability to use machines safely.
Storage
Store tablets in their original pack until ready to use. Keep in a cool, dry place where temperature stays below 25°C. Do not store in bathrooms, near sinks, in cars, or on windowsills. Keep away from children. Do not use after expiry date. Take expired or unwanted medicine to any pharmacy for safe disposal.
Overdose Information
If you think you have taken too much Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA, seek immediate medical attention even if you feel fine. Contact the Poisons Information Centre (13 11 26), your doctor, or go to the nearest hospital emergency department right away.
Frequently Asked Questions
The medication works throughout your colon and rectum to treat inflammation during flare-ups. Your doctor will evaluate your progress, especially if you’re taking the highest dose after 8 weeks of treatment.
Yes, you can take this medication with or without food. Take it at the same time each day for best results.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly or change the dosage without checking with your doctor first. It’s important to take it regularly even when you don’t have symptoms.
No, the tablets must be swallowed whole and must never be crushed or chewed.
No, Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA is not recommended for children under 18 years of age due to lack of safety and effectiveness data in this age group.
If you miss your dose at the usual time, just take your next dose as scheduled the following day. Never take a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Yes, make sure all your doctors, dentists, and pharmacists know you are taking Mesalazine 1.2 TAKEDA, especially before starting any new medicines.
Important Disclaimer
This information is intended for general educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.