Who Can And Cannot Take Mesalazine

Who can take mesalazine

Most adults and children aged 5 years old and older over can take mesalazine.

Who may not be able to take or use mesalazine

Although most adults and children aged 5 years old and older over can take mesalazine, it may not be suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell a doctor before taking if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to mesalazine, aspirin, or any other medicines like it, such as methylsalicylate or choline salicylate
have ever had an allergic reaction to any other medicine
have ever had kidney problems while taking other medicines such as sulfasalazine
have ever developed a severe skin rash, skin peeling, blistering or mouth sores after using mesalazine
have problems with your kidneys or liver
are trying to get pregnant, already pregnant, or breastfeeding

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