MESACOL SUPPOSITORIES is used to manage gut inflammation and pain associated with ulcerative colitis or ulcerative proctitis. It contains a medicine called Mesalamine (also known as Mesalazine) which when inserted into the rectum, slowly releases the medicine and acts locally to reduce the inflammation and help relieve or stop the pain.

MESACOL SUPPOSITORIES is for rectal use only. Carefully follow the instructions advised by your doctor on inserting the medicine.

While using mesalamine suppositories, take care to drink plenty of water and fluids as a safety precaution to avoid getting dehydrated easily. Also, make sure to inform your doctor if you are experiencing excessive vomiting, diarrhoea, high fever or any other conditions that can cause severe dehydration.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have liver problems, kidney problems, asthma, any bleeding conditions or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of using MESACOL SUPPOSITORIES are diarrhoea, rectal discomfort, flatulence, stomach pain or headache. These side effects are usually mild, however, consult your doctor if they trouble you.