Pentasa Suppository 
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USED FOR:
Ulcerative colitis
Crohn’s disease
COMPOSITION:
Mesalazine / Mesalamine (1gm)
Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal
No interaction found
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pentasa Suppository may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Pentasa Suppository is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.If you are taking Pentasa Suppository, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
SAFE
Pentasa Suppository does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Pentasa Suppository should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pentasa Suppository may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pentasa Suppository is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CAUTION
Pentasa Suppository should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pentasa Suppository may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Pentasa Suppository
Pentasa Suppository is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
How to use Pentasa Suppository
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash and dry the area. Lie down and gently insert the suppository into the area with or without the use of an applicator as mentioned in the label. You or your care giver may be taught on how to use this medicine at home.
How Pentasa Suppository works
Pentasa Suppository blocks the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation of the lining of the intestines.
Common Nausea, Headache, Diarrhoea, Abdominal pain.
Expert advice for Pentasa Suppository
Do not take the medicine if you are allergic to mesalazine, to any other content in the medicine, aspirin and other salicylate drugs.
Do not take mesalazine if you have severe kidney or liver problems, blood disorders or uncontrolled bleeding.
Do not take mesalazine if you have stomach or bowel ulcers or a history of bleeding ulcers, glucose-galactose mala absorption, Lapp-lactase deficiency or galactose intolerance.
Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with liver, kidney or lung disease (asthma).
Avoid taking mesalazine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding.
Q. Is Pentasa a steroid, NSAID, immunosuppressant, blood-thinner or sulfa drug?
Pentasa is not a steroid, NSAID, immunosuppressant, blood-thinner or sulfa drug. It is an anti-inflammatory drug
Q. Can I take Pentasa forever?
No. Pentasa should only be taken for the duration prescribed by your doctor
Q. Is Pentasa safe?
Yes. Pentasa is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Asacol with Advil, Nyquil, tylenol, aspirin, Gaviscon, Imodium?
Asacol (mesalazine) can be taken with Nyquil, Tylenol (paracetamol), Gaviscon (sodium alginate) and Imodium (loperamide) only if prescribed by your doctor. It should not be taken with Advil (ibuprofen) or aspirin
Q. Does Pentasa cause bleeding, weight gain, hair loss, immune suppression or liver problems?
Pentasa may cause liver problems, immune suppression, hair loss, or bleeding. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Does Pentasa affect fertility or sperm count?
There is no evidence of Pentasa affecting fertility, but it may very rarely and reversibly reduce sperm count. If you experience any such problems, please consult your doctor.
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