Mesalo Foam

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)

Mesalo Foam is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It is used when the lining tissue of the inner rectum becomes inflamed (proctitis). It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.

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General Information

Contains

Mesalazine (1gm)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Mesalo Foam is only for rectal route and should not be taken orally. It must be use under the supervision of a doctor or healthcare professional. Stay in a lying position for at least 15 minutes after the insertion of suppositories. 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 rectal discomfort, rash, itching, and fever. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. You may be asked for kidney and liver function tests before and after the treatment.

Uses of Mesalo Enema

Side effects of Mesalo Enema

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 Mesalo

Rectal discomfort
Flatulence
Headache
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Rash

How to use Mesalo Enema

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Mesalo Enema works

Mesalo Foam is an aminosalicylate. It works directly on the site of inflammation (swelling) in the lower parts of large intestine (colon and rectum) to provide rapid relief from attacks of ulcerative colitis. It suppresses the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause intestinal inflammation, thereby reducing ulceration, bleeding and painful symptoms.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Mesalo Foam for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
It is for administration into the back passage (rectum). It must not be taken by mouth.
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 use Mesalo Foam if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Do not stop using the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
You have been prescribed Mesalo Foam 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 Mesalo Foam 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 Mesalo Foam if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mesalo Foam 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

Mesalo Foam 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 Mesalo Foam, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

CAUTION

Mesalo Foam should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mesalo Foam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Mesalo Foam is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Mesalo Foam should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mesalo Foam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

My symptoms have improved can I stop using Mesalo Foam?

Continue to use Mesalo Foam as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop using Mesalo Foam without consulting your doctor.

I am suffering from ulcerative colitis (UC) and piles can I use Mesalo Foam?

Mesalo Foam is used for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, however, you should not start using the medicine on your own. Consult a doctor who will prescribe you the right dose and duration of treatment and will address any related or other concerns that you have.

Can I drink alcohol while using Mesalo Foam?

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 Mesalo Foam, you should consult your doctor before using alcohol.

When is the best time to use Mesalo Foam?

Use Mesalo Foam exactly as directed by your doctor. If you are using Mesalo Foam suppositories you should insert it rectally, once daily at bedtime.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

5-Aminosalicylic Acid (5-ASA)

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References

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User feedback

Patients taking Mesalo Foam

Once A Day

67%

Twice A Day

28%

Alternate Day

Twice A Week

Once A Week

What are you using Mesalo Enema for?

Ulcerative colitis

87%

Others

13%

How much was the improvement?

Average

44%

Poor

44%

Excellent

11%

What were the side-effects while using Mesalo Foam?

No Side Effect

33%

Abdominal pain

33%

Nausea

17%

Diarrhoea

17%

How do you take Mesalo Enema?

With or without food

50%

With food

50%

Please rate Mesalo Foam on price

Expensive

60%

Average

27%

Not Expensive

13%

Patient concerns

I have ulcerative colitis since last 15month and now bleeding daily I have used mesalo od tablet continue

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Take alsarex tablet 2 tablet twice . Avipattikar churan 1 spoon twice. Sootsekhar ras 1 tablet twice with water

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

Surgical Gastroenterology

Ulcerative colitis is a lifelong disease with remission and exacerbations. Durations of remission cant b predicted all d time

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