Coolgut 800mg Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Mesalazine (800mg) |
Salt Synonyms | Mesalamine |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
Action Class | 5- Aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) |
User Rating | 4.6 |
User Reviews | 745 |
FAQ
My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Coolgut 800mg?
Continue to take Coolgut 800mg as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Coolgut 800mg without consulting your doctor.
Does Coolgut 800mg cause joint pain?
Yes, Coolgut 800mg may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
When is the best time to take Coolgut 800mg?
Take Coolgut 800mg exactly as directed by your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Coolgut 800mg?
You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Coolgut 800mg, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
What if you forget to take Coolgut Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Coolgut 800mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
Coolgut 800mg Tablet Reviews
Coolgut 800mg is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.
Coolgut 800mg may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away, or get worse, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat, or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Coolgut 800mg may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away, or get worse, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat, or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
How Coolgut 800mg Tablet Works
Coolgut 800mg is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.
How to Use Coolgut 800mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Coolgut 800mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Coolgut 800mg Tablet
- In Ulcerative colitis: Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Coolgut 800mg can relieve these symptoms and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. There are many different brands and your doctor will decide which is most suitable for you. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
- In Crohn’s disease: Crohn’s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines. The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen. Coolgut 800mg helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back.
Uses of Coolgut 800mg Tablet
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
Coolgut 800mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Coolgut 800mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.If you are taking Coolgut 800mg, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Coolgut 800mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Coolgut 800mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Coolgut 800mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Coolgut 800mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Coolgut 800mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Coolgut 800mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Coolgut 800mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Coolgut 800mg. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Coolgut 800mg if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- You have been prescribed Coolgut 800mg for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
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