Vegaz Od 1.2gm Strip Of 15 Tablets
Vegaz Od 1.2 G Description
Vegaz OD tablet is used to treat ulcerative colitis, a condition that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine, and to prevent its symptoms from recurring. It contains mesalazine (also called mesalamine or 5-aminosalicylic acid) as its active ingredient.
Vegaz OD works by stopping certain substances in the body that may cause inflammation. It should only be taken after consulting a doctor and in the doses and duration as prescribed. It is not recommended for use in children below 6 years old.
Before taking this medication, please let your doctor know if you have kidney or liver problems, a gastrointestinal blockage, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also essential to inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as some may interact with or be affected by this medication.
The most common side effects of Vegaz OD tablet include nausea, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. Please contact your doctor if these symptoms persist, do not go away, or worsen.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹578.42 |
You Save | ₹102.08 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Mesalazine / Mesalamine / 5-Aminosalicylic Acid(1.2 G) |
Uses | Ulcerative colitis, crohn’s disease |
Side effects | Nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS |
Uses of Vegaz Od 1.2 G
Contraindications of Vegaz Od 1.2 G
- If you are allergic to mesalazine or any other ingredients of Vegaz Od 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 Vegaz Od 1.2 G
- Skin rash, itching
- Indigestion
- Fever
- Chest pain
- Numbness, tingling or pricking sensation
Precautions and Warnings of Vegaz Od 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.
- While taking this medicine, you may develop kidney stones (symptoms like stomach pain and blood in your urine). Hence, you should drink plenty of water.
- Before and during treatment with Vegaz Od Tablet, your doctor may want to monitor the liver, kidneys, blood and lungs periodically.
- Vegaz Od Tablet is not recommended for children under 6 years old.
Directions for Use of Vegaz Od 1.2 G
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Mode of Action of Vegaz Od 1.2 G
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Interactions of Vegaz Od 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 Vegaz Od 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.
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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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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