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Rowasa 1gm Pellets

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)
Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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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General Information

Contains

Mesalazine (1gm)

Marketer

Abbott

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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.

Uses of Rowasa Pellets

Side effects of Rowasa Pellets

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 Rowasa
  • Stomach pain/epigastric pain
  • Flatulence
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Rash

How to use Rowasa Pellets

Take the medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Rowasa 1gm Pellets may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Rowasa Pellets works

Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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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For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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 Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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 Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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 Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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 Rowasa 1gm Pellets if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rowasa 1gm Pellets. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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 Rowasa 1gm Pellets, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Driving

Driving

SAFE
Rowasa 1gm Pellets does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Rowasa 1gm Pellets should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rowasa 1gm Pellets may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Rowasa 1gm Pellets is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Rowasa 1gm Pellets should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rowasa 1gm Pellets may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions

Continue to take Rowasa 1gm Pellets as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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 Rowasa 1gm Pellets, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Yes, Rowasa 1gm Pellets may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Take Rowasa 1gm Pellets 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)

Related lab tests

Anti Neutrophilic Cytoplasmic Antibody - P

Anti Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (ASCA), IgA

Anti Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (ASCA), IgG

C- Reactive Protein Quantitative

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

References

  1. Mesalazine/Mesalamine. Milan, Italy: Cosmo S.p.A.; 1987 [revised date]. [Accessed on 28 Mar. 2018] (online) Available from:
  2. Mesalamine. Weiterstadt Germany: Warner Chilcott Deutschland GmbH; [revised May 2010]. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Mesalamine. [Updated 2019 Apr 1]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
  4. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. National Health Service. Mesalazine. [Last Reviewed: 19 Jul. 2021]. [Accessed 11 Jul. 2023]. (online) Available from:
  6. Mesalazine [Package Insert]. Saint-Prex, Switzerland: Ferring International Center SA. [Accessed 11 Jul. 2023]. (online) Available from:
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Twice A Day
51%
Thrice A Day
32%
Once A Day
16%
Ulcerative colitis
65%
Crohn’s disease
31%
Others
4%
Poor
34%
Average
33%
Excellent
32%
Abdominal pain
36%
No Side Effect
27%
Headache
18%
Diarrhoea
9%
Nausea
9%
With food
70%
Empty stomach
20%
With or without food
10%
Average
50%
Expensive
38%
Not Expensive
12%

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
Dr. Kunal Parasar
Surgical Gastroenterology
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
Dr. Kunal Parasar
Surgical Gastroenterology
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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