Description
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR 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.
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR 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, vomiting, dizziness, joint pain, and muscle pain. 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.
USES OF UCGUT-OD TABLET PR
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• Ulcerative colitis
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• Crohn’s disease
BENEFITS OF UCGUT-OD TABLET PR
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. Ucgut-OD Tablet PR 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.
SIDE EFFECTS OF UCGUT-OD TABLET PR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ucgut-OD
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Itching
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Dizziness
- Joint pain
- Muscle pain
- Vomiting
HOW TO USE UCGUT-OD TABLET PR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Ucgut-OD Tablet PR is to be taken with food.
HOW UCGUT-OD TABLET PR WORKS
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR 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.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ucgut-OD Tablet PR. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR 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 Ucgut-OD Tablet PR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ucgut-OD Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Ucgut-OD Tablet PR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Ucgut-OD Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ucgut-OD Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE UCGUT-OD TABLET PR?
If you miss a dose of Ucgut-OD Tablet PR, 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.
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Ucgut-OD Tablet PR for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- 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 Ucgut-OD Tablet PR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
5- Aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Ucgut-OD with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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