How is Mesalamine rectal route dosed?
The dosage of Mesalamine rectal route depends on the specific conditions being treated, as well as the patient's age, weight, and response to the medication. For ulcerative colitis, proctitis, or proctosigmoiditis, the recommended doses are as follows:
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For rectal dosage form (enema):
- Adults: 4 grams (1 unit) every night for 3 to 6 weeks.
- Children: Use and dose determined by a doctor.
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For rectal dosage form (suppository):
- Adults: 1000 milligrams (mg) inserted into the rectum once a day at bedtime for 3 to 6 weeks.
- Children: Use and dose determined by a doctor.
Please follow your doctor's prescription and guidelines for your specific situation.
What is the dosage form of Mesalamine rectal route?
Mesalamine rectal route is available in the following dosage forms:
- Suppository
- Enema
Please note that the dosage form for mesalamine rectal route may vary based on the specific product or brand. It is always best to follow your doctor's prescription and instructions for use.
How is Mesalamine rectal route administered?
Mesalamine rectal route can be administered through suppositories or enemas. For the suppository form, the recommended adult dose is 1000 milligrams (mg) inserted into the rectum once a day at bedtime for 3 to 6 weeks. The dose for children should be determined by a doctor. For the enema form, the recommended adult dose is 4 grams (1 unit) every night for 3 to 6 weeks. The dose for children should also be determined by a doctor.
What are common precautions when taking Mesalamine rectal route?
Common precautions when taking mesalamine rectal route include discussing any allergies or unusual reactions to the medication or other medicines with your doctor, informing your healthcare professional about any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals, and carefully reading the label or package ingredients of non-prescription products. Mesalamine is available only with a doctor's prescription, and appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of mesalamine in the pediatric population, so its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients may be more likely to have blood problems, age-related kidney, liver, or heart disease, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose. It is important to consult with your doctor and follow their advice regarding the use of mesalamine.