Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Pentasa Capsule
Pentasa Capsule
| Generic name | mesalazine (mesalamine) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | 5-aminosalicylates (salicylates) |
| Forms | Slow release tablets (500mg, 1g), Extended-release capsules (250mg, 500mg) |
Pentasa contains the active ingredient mesalazine, which belongs to a group of medicines called salicylates. It is used to treat inflammatory bowel conditions such as ulcerative colitis and, in some countries, Crohn's disease.
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