Mezavant XL

Mezavant XL

mesalazine

Manufacturer:

Takeda

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Mesalazine
Indications/Uses
Induction of clinical & endoscopic remission in patients w/ mild to moderate, active ulcerative colitis. Maintenance of remission.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult including elderly >65 yr Induction of remission 2.4-4.8 g once daily. Patient not responding to lower doses 4.8 g daily. Maintenance of remission 2.4 g once daily.
Administration
Should be taken with food: Do not chew/crush tab.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to mesalazine, salicylates. Severe hepatic &/or renal impairment (GFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m2).
Special Precautions
Hypersensitivity to sulphasalazine. Discontinue use at 1st appearance of skin rash, mucosal lesions or any other sign of hypersensitivity; if blood dyscrasias or acute intolerance syndrome is suspected. Severe cutaneous ARs eg, SJS & TEN. Cardiac hypersensitivity reactions (myo- & pericarditis); organic or functional upper GI tract obstruction; chronic lung function impairment especially asthma; increased ICP; pre-existing skin conditions eg, atopic dermatitis & eczema. Monitor renal function prior to & at least twice yrly during treatment. Ensure adequate fluid intake during treatment. Mild to moderate renal impairment. Hepatic impairment. Pregnancy & lactation. Not recommended in childn & adolescents <18 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Headache; HTN; abdominal distension & pain, colitis, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, vomiting, flatulence, nausea; abnormal LFT; pruritus, rash; arthralgia, back pain; asthenia, fatigue, pyrexia.
Drug Interactions
Increased risk of renal AR w/ known nephrotoxic agents eg, NSAIDs, azathioprine. Increased potential blood dyscrasias, bone marrow failure & associated complications w/ azathioprine or 6-mercaptopurine. Decreased anticoagulant activity w/ coumarin-type anticoagulants eg, warfarin. False elevated test results w/ urinary normetanephrine.
MIMS Class
GIT Regulators, Antiflatulents & Anti-Inflammatories
ATC Classification
A07EC02 - mesalazine ; Belongs to the class of aminosalicylic acid and similar antiinflammatory. Used in the treatment of intestinal inflammation.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Mezavant XL PR tab 1,200 mg
Packing/Price
60's
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