Meztec 1.2gm Strip Of 10 Tablets
Description
Meztec Tablet 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 inflammation a
nd 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. Meztec Tablet 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 | ₹251.41 |
You Save | ₹34.28 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Mesalazine / Mesalamine / 5-Aminosalicylic Acid |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS |
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Uses of Meztec 1.2 G
Contraindications of Meztec 1.2 G
- If you are allergic to mesalazine or any other ingredients of Meztec Tablet.
- 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 Meztec 1.2 G
- Skin rash, itching
- Indigestion
- Fever
- Chest pain
- Numbness, tingling or pricking sensation
Precautions and Warnings of Meztec 1.2 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 Meztec Tablet, your doctor may want to monitor the liver, kidneys, blood and lungs periodically.
- Meztec Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years old.
Mode of Action of Meztec 1.2 G
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Meztec 1.2 G
Interactions of Meztec 1.2 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 Meztec Tablet.
- 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 Meztec 1.2 G
Dosage of Meztec 1.2 G
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long to take Meztec Tablet?
Q: Can I stop taking Meztec Tablet if I feel better?
Q: Is Meztec Tablet addictive?
References
- Octasa 400 mg Modified Release Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 12 July 2024]
- Octasa 400 mg Modified Release Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 12 July 2024]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2024 [cited 12 July 2024]
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