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Alcohol
Caution
Interaction of alcohol with Rowasa 500 mg Sachet is unknown. If you have concerns regarding this, please discuss it with your doctor before taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Rowasa 500 mg Sachet is a Category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Rowasa 500 mg Sachet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers unless advised by the doctor. Granules form of Mesalazine may cause allergic reactions such as diarrhoea in newborn babies after breastfeeding. If this happens, discontinue breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Rowasa 500 mg Sachet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor, if you have liver problems before using Rowasa 500 mg Sachet.
Kidney
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Rowasa 500 mg Sachet should be used with extreme caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney impairment. Avoid taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet if you have severe kidney impairment.
Children
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Mesalazine tablet is not recommended for children below two years, and granules are not recommended for children below six years. However, Rowasa 500 mg Sachet should be given to children only if recommended by a doctor.
About Rowasa 500 mg Sachet
Rowasa 500 mg Sachet belongs to a class of drugs called 'anti-inflammatory drugs used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Ulcerative colitis is a type of chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation of the large intestine lining (colon). It produces ulcers on the colon's lining, which may cause bleeding and discharge of pus and mucus.
Rowasa 500 mg Sachet contains Mesalazine, which works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it reduces inflammation (swelling) in the intestines and provides relief from symptoms such as stomach pain or bleeding.
Take Rowasa 500 mg Sachet as prescribed. You are advised to use Rowasa 500 mg Sachet for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, nausea, vomiting or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of Rowasa 500 mg Sachet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Avoid taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet if you are allergic to Mesalazine or any other medicines. Rowasa 500 mg Sachet should be used with caution in the elderly. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet. Mesalazine tablet is not recommended for children below two years, and granules are not recommended for children below six years. However, Rowasa 500 mg Sachet should be given to children only if advised by a doctor. Avoid taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet if you have severe kidney failure. If you have stomach pain or cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet immediately and consult a doctor.
Uses of Rowasa 500 mg Sachet
Medicinal Benefits
Rowasa 500 mg Sachet contains Mesalazine, an anti-inflammatory drug used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. It works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby helping in reducing inflammation (redness and swelling) in the intestines and providing relief from symptoms such as stomach pain or bleeding. Also, Rowasa 500 mg Sachet may prevent further episodes of ulcerative colitis.
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Side Effects of Rowasa 500 mg Sachet
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Mesalazine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Rowasa 500 mg Sachet should be used with caution in the elderly. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet. Mesalazine tablet is not recommended for children below two years, and granules are not recommended for children below six years. However, Rowasa 500 mg Sachet should be given to children only if advised by a doctor. Avoid taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet if you have severe kidney failure. Severe skin reactions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin peeling and blistering) or Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a painful rash that spreads and blisters) can occur in some patients taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet. Therefore, if you notice any skin reactions while taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet, please consult a doctor immediately. If you have stomach pain or cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet immediately and consult a doctor. Avoid taking Rowasa 500 mg Sachet if you have had blood abnormalities or kidney problems while taking other medicines such as Sulphasalazine.
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