Pentasa 500 mg 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.

Pentasa 500 mg 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 Pentasa 500 mg Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to use Pentasa 500 mg 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 Pentasa 500 mg 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 Pentasa 500 mg Tablet if you are allergic to Mesalazine or any other medicines. Pentasa 500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Pentasa 500 mg Tablet . Avoid taking Pentasa 500 mg Tablet if you have severe kidney failure. If you have stomach pain or cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Pentasa 500 mg Tablet immediately and consult a doctor.

Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Pentasa 500 mg 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, Pentasa 500 mg Tablet may prevent further episodes of ulcerative colitis.

If you are allergic to Mesalazine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Pentasa 500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Pentasa 500 mg Tablet . Avoid taking Pentasa 500 mg 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 Pentasa 500 mg Tablet . Therefore, if you notice any skin reactions while taking Pentasa 500 mg Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately. If you have stomach pain or cramps, severe headache, fever or rash, stop taking Pentasa 500 mg Tablet immediately and consult a doctor. Avoid taking Pentasa 500 mg Tablet if you have had blood abnormalities or kidney problems while taking other medicines such as Sulphasalazine.