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Mesalazine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ASACOL

Strength: 400 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 198.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Mesalazine

Class: | 5-aminosalicylic acid derivative Use: | Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and maintenance of remission in ulcerative colitis Adult dose: | 800 mg to 1600 mg per day, divided into two or three doses Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in children should be determined by a physician Side effects: | Headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, rash Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to mesalazine or any component of the formulation; sever

Drug Class

5-aminosalicylic acid derivative

Uses & Indications

Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and maintenance of remission in ulcerative colitis

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Tillots Pharma AG, SWITZERLAND

Package Size

100's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 198.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

800 mg to 1600 mg per day, divided into two or three doses

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in children should be determined by a physician

Side Effects

Headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, rash

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to mesalazine or any component of the formulation; severe renal impairment

Important Warnings

Monitor renal function prior to and during treatment; may cause blood dyscrasias; caution in patients with a history of asthma or hypersensitivity to salicylates

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Mesalazine available in UAE pharmacies:

ASACOL 1 g/1 suppository Rectal Suppositories ASACOL 1600 mg Modified Release Tablets ASACOL 40 mg/ml Enema ASACOL 40 mg/ml Enema ASACOL 400 mg Tablets ASACOL 500 mg Rectal Suppositories ASACOL 800 mg Enteric Coated Tablets LIAIDA 1200 mg Sustained Release Capsules LIALDA 1.2 g Modified Release Tablets MESALAZINE 1000 mg Prolonged Release Granules

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See also: Other 5-aminosalicylic acid derivative medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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