Vegaz OD Tablet PR
Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)
Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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
Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR
Side effects of Vegaz OD Tablet PR
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 Vegaz OD
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Rash
How to use Vegaz OD Tablet PR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Vegaz OD Tablet PR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Vegaz OD Tablet PR works
Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Vegaz OD Tablet PR. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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
Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Vegaz OD Tablet PR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

Driving
SAFE
Vegaz OD Tablet PR does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney
CAUTION
Vegaz OD Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vegaz OD Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Vegaz OD Tablet PR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Vegaz OD Tablet PR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver
CAUTION
Vegaz OD Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vegaz OD Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions
Continue to take Vegaz OD Tablet PR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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 Vegaz OD Tablet PR, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Yes, Vegaz OD Tablet PR may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Take Vegaz OD Tablet PR 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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Ulcerative colitis
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Crohn’s disease
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Others
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Abdominal pain
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Headache
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Patient concerns
I m suffering from ulcerative colitis diagnosed since June 2013. Currently using vegaz od 1200mgX3 alongwith calcium n folicacid. During last may 2015 I had flareup and medicated with Budez cr tab and hydrocirtisone enema. Now again after one yr bleeding occurs What shd I do. Whether there is any other risk is dere
Dr. Pawan Rawal
Gastroenterology
Needs evaluation for further treatment Will require assessment by gastroenterologist
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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