Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.If you are taking 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR, monitor the baby for diarrhea. | - Driving : SAFE
5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION
5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.Use of 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION
5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
If you miss a dose of 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR, 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.
My symptoms have improved can I stop taking 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR?::: Continue to take 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR without consulting your doctor.| Can I drink alcohol while taking 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR?::: You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.| Does 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR cause joint pain?::: Yes, 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.| When is the best time to take 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR?::: Take 5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR exactly as directed by your doctor.
5 Aga 1200mg Tablet DR 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.
-Clozapine (Oral Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your blood cell count and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood cell counts.
| -Azathioprine (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use can not be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts. Concurrent use may increase the risk for blood disorders, bone marrow failure, and associated complications.
| -Deferiprone (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use can not be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts. Concurrent use may increase the risk of fall in white blood cell count.
| -Mercaptopurine (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use cannot be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts.
| -Chlorpromazine (Oral Route): Mild
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Concurrent use may cause a severe drop in granulocyte (a type of white blood cell) count.