Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR
Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.
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Product introduction
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away, or get worse, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat, or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away, or get worse, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat, or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Uses of Mesagut Tablet DR
Side effects of Mesagut Tablet DR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Mesagut
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Rash
How to use Mesagut Tablet DR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Mesagut Tablet DR works
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- You have been prescribed Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
- Do not take antacids with Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR as it can make your inflammation worse.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If you are taking Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

Driving
SAFE
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney
CAUTION
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver
CAUTION
Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions
Continue to take Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR without consulting your doctor.
You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Yes, Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Take Mesagut 800mg Tablet DR exactly as directed by your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
5-Aminosalicylic Acid (5-ASA)
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Patient concerns
Suffering from ultratics colitis i have done colonoscopy test 04 months back From 05 months how many months I have to take medicines is it cure completely
Dr. Kunal Parasar
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Ulcerative colitis is a lifelong disease with remission and exacerbations. Durations of remission cant b predicted all d time
Hi, I was diagnosed for Ulcerative Colitis in 2009. I was administered with Mesacol , I was back to normal. In past 1 month , after having food lunch or dinner I feel uneasy such as indigestion, having to force for motions next day. Sometimes Iam unable to pass motions. I feel tired also. Pls suggest.
Dr. Kunal Parasar
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Ulcerative colitis is a lifong disease q with remission and exacerbation . U should b under constant follow up of ur gastroenterologist
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