About Mesalazine
            
            Class: | 5-aminosalicylic acid derivative  
Use: | Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and maintenance of remission in ulcerative colitis  
Adult dose: | 1200 mg taken orally three times daily (total daily dose of 3600 mg)  
Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in children should be determined by a healthcare provider  
Side effects: | Common side effects include headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and flatulence  
Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to mesalazine or any
         
        
            
                
                
                    
                        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 (15-30°C or 59-86°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from moisture
                 
                
                
                    
                        Manufacturer & Packaging
                    
                    
                        Manufacturer: Shire Pharmaceuticals, U.S.A
                    
                    
                    Package Size
                    120's
                    
                    
                    Price & Supplier
                    
                        Price in UAE: AED 2530.92
                    
                    
                 
             
            
                
                
                    
                        Dosage Information
                    
                    
                        Adult Dose
                    
                    
                        1200 mg taken orally three times daily (total daily dose of 3600 mg)
                    
                    
                        Pediatric Dose
                    
                    
                        Not established; use in children should be determined by a healthcare provider
                    
                 
                
                
                    
                        Side Effects
                    
                    Common side effects include headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and flatulence
                 
             
         
        
        
            
                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 hypersensitivity reactions; use caution in patients with a history of asthma or allergies
         
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
            
                Related Medicines in Same Category
            
            
                See also: Other 5-aminosalicylic acid derivative medicines available in UAE pharmacies
            
            
            
                Balsalazide Disodium
            
            
         
        
        
        
            
                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.