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 the elderly (>65 yr) Induction of remission 2.4-4.8 g once daily. Patients unresponsive 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
History of hypersensitivity to mesalazine or salicylates. Severe renal (GFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m2) &/or hepatic impairment.
Special Precautions
Hypersensitivity to sulphasalazine. Closely monitor patients w/ chronic lung function, especially asthma. Not to be reintroduced treatment in conditions predisposing to myo- or pericarditis development & if acute intolerance syndrome is suspected. Discontinue treatment if blood dyscrasia is suspected. Delayed onset of action in organic or functional obstruction in upper GIT. May lead to false elevated results when measuring urinary normetanephrine by liqd chromatography w/ electrochemical detection. Perform haematological investigations if patient develops unexplained bleeding, bruising, purpura, anaemia, fever or sore throat. Ensure adequate fluid intake during treatment. Evaluate renal function prior to initiation of, & at least twice yrly during treatment. Hepatic impairment. Mild to moderate renal impairment. Pregnancy & lactation. Not recommended in childn <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. SJS, DRESS.
Drug Interactions
Increased risk of renal adverse reactions w/ nephrotoxic agents eg, NSAIDs & azathioprine. Increased potential for blood dyscrasias w/ azathioprine or 6-mercaptopurine. Decreased anticoagulant activity w/ coumarin-type anticoagulants eg, warfarin.
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 1200 mg
Packing/Price
60's
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