Mesacol Cr 2gm Granule 1'S
Mesacol Cr 2 G Description
Mesacol Cr Granules contains mesalazine (also called mesalamine or 5-Aminosalicylic Acid) as its active ingredient. It is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis (a condition that causes inflamma
tion and ulcers in the linings of your large intestines) and also prevents its symptoms from recurring. Mesalazine works by stopping certain substances in the body that may cause inflammation. Mesacol Cr Granules should only be taken after consulting a doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It is not recommended for use in children below 6 years old.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹72.16 |
You Save | ₹9.84 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Mesalazine / Mesalamine / 5-Aminosalicylic Acid(2.0 G) |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS |
Uses of Mesacol Cr 2 G
Contraindications of Mesacol Cr 2 G
- If you are allergic to mesalazine or any other ingredients of Mesacol Cr Granules.
- If you have any problems with your liver or kidney.
- If you are allergic to salicylates (Diclofenac, aspirin, Ibuprofen, etc).
- If your child is below the age of 6 years.
Side effects of Mesacol Cr 2 G
- Skin rash, itching
- Indigestion
- Fever
- Chest pain
- Numbness, tingling or pricking sensation
Precautions and Warnings of Mesacol Cr 2 G
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any liver or kidney related problems.
- You have any lung diseases like asthma.
- You have any problems with your heart (like any allergic reactions).
- You have experienced an allergic reaction while taking sulfasalazine.
- You may develop kidney stones (symptoms like stomach pain, blood in urine) while on treatment with this medicine. Hence you should drink plenty of water.
- Before and during treatment with Mesacol Cr Granules, your doctor may want to monitor the liver, kidneys, blood and lungs periodically.
- Mesacol Cr Granules is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years old.
Mode of Action of Mesacol Cr 2 G
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Mesacol Cr 2 G
Interactions of Mesacol Cr 2 G
Interactions with other medicines
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction with Mesacol Cr Granules.
- You need to be cautious while simultaneously taking this medicine along with medicines like azathioprine, 6-mercaptopurine (used in rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease), thioguanine (used in cancer treatment)....
- This medicine when taken along with blood thinners like warfarin (used to prevent blood clot formation) may decrease the effect of warfarin.
Storage and disposal of Mesacol Cr 2 G
Dosage of Mesacol Cr 2 G
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q: Is Mesacol Cr Granules addictive?
References
- Octasa 400 mg Modified Release Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 27 April 2022]
- Octasa 400 mg Modified Release Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 27 April 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 27 April 2022]
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