Mesalet 1200mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called 'anti-inflammatory drugs used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Ulcerative colitis is a type of chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation of the large intestine lining (colon). It produces ulcers on the colon's lining, which may cause bleeding and discharge of pus and mucus.

Mesalet 1200mg Tablet contains Mesalazine, which works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it reduces inflammation (swelling) in the intestines and provides relief from symptoms such as stomach pain or bleeding.

Take Mesalet 1200mg Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to use Mesalet 1200mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, nausea, vomiting or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of Mesalet 1200mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Avoid taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet if you are allergic to Mesalazine or any other medicines. Mesalet 1200mg Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet. Avoid taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet if you have severe kidney failure. If you have stomach pain or cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet immediately and consult a doctor.

Check the label for directions and use as advised by the doctor. Empty the contents directly on the tongue and drink some water or orange juice. They can also be mixed with yoghurt and should be taken immediately without chewing.

Mesalet 1200mg Tablet contains Mesalazine, an anti-inflammatory drug used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. It works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby helping in reducing inflammation (redness and swelling) in the intestines and providing relief from symptoms such as stomach pain or bleeding. Also, Mesalet 1200mg Tablet may prevent further episodes of ulcerative colitis.

If you are allergic to Mesalazine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Mesalet 1200mg Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet. Avoid taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet if you have severe kidney failure. Severe skin reactions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin peeling and blistering) or Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a painful rash that spreads and blisters) can occur in some patients taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet. Therefore, if you notice any skin reactions while taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately. If you have stomach pain or cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet immediately and consult a doctor. Avoid taking Mesalet 1200mg Tablet if you have had blood abnormalities or kidney problems while taking other medicines such as Sulphasalazine.