Pentasa 1g Strip Of 7 Suppositories
7 Rectal Suppository(s) in StripMRP ₹811.31
₹689.61
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FERRING PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
Dosage
RECTAL SUPPOSITORY
Expiry
Product Summary
| Salt Content | Mesalazine / Mesalamine / 5-Aminosalicylic Acid(1.0 G) |
| Uses | Ulcerative colitis |
| Therapy | Drugs for ulcerative colitis |
| Side effects | Rash with or without itching Indigestion Fever Nausea and vomiting |
Assurance
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Regulated
Medical Description
Uses
- Pentasa Rectal Suppository is used in treating ulcerative colitis.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to mesalazine or any other ingredients of Pentasa Rectal Suppository.
- If you have any problems with your liver or kidney.
- If you are allergic to salicylates (Diclofenac, aspirin, Ibuprofen, etc.).
Side effects
- Rash with or without itching
- Indigestion
- Fever
- Nausea and vomiting
Precautions and Warnings
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 and blood in urine) while on treatment with this medicine. Hence it would help if you drink plenty of water.
- Before and during treatment with Pentasa Rectal Suppository, your doctor may want to monitor the liver, kidneys, blood and lungs periodically.
- It is recommended to ensure adequate fluid intake during treatment.
Directions for Use
- For rectal use only. Use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- Wash and dry your hands after emptying your bowel.
- Insert the suppository in your rectum region through the anal opening after peeling off any wrapping over it.
- Do not move or walk for 15 minutes so that the medicine starts dissolving due to the body's temperature.
- Rewash your hands.
- Avoid passing stools for at least 1 hour so that medicine stays in place.
Storage and disposal
- Store Pentasa Rectal Suppository in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets. Do not use expired or damaged medicines.
- Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage
Overdose
- Seek urgent medical help if you feel that you have taken too much of Pentasa Rectal Suppository.
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action
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Interactions
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 Pentasa Rectal Suppository.
- You need to be cautious while simultaneously taking this medicine along with medicines like azathioprine, 6-mercaptopurine (used in rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease), and 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.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:PENTASA
Manufacturer Name:FERRING PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
Address:Ferring International Center Sa, Ch, De La Vergognausaz 50, 1162 St Prex, Switzerland,
Country of Origin:Switzerland
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Pentasa 1 G Rectal Suppository (7) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
References:
- Octasa 400 mg Modified Release Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 15 Jan 2026]
- Octasa 400 mg Modified Release Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 15 Jan 2026]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 15 Jan 2026]
- PENTASA® Suppositories 1g - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 15 Jan 2026]
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