Pentasa 2g Granules 2gm is used for managing mild to moderately active ulcerative colitis in adult patients. It belongs to a class of medications called aminosalicylates.
use of other known nephrotoxic agents such as NSAIDs and Azathioprine may increase the risk of renal reactions.
Hypersensitivity to salicylates or to any other component of the formulation.
The commonly reported adverse events are headache, nausea, dizziness, asthenia, dyspepsia, vomiting, pruritus etc.
It should be given in pregnancy only if the potential beneft justifes the potential risk to the fetus. Caution is advised when it is administered to a nursing mother.
Aminosalicylates
Store below 30 0 C. Protect from light and moisture. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.