Prescription requiredGASTRO INTESTINAL

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Rowasa 500MG Sachet is used for Ulcerative colitis Crohn’s disease.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated June 2026

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Active Ingredient / Composition

Mesalazine (1200mg)

What is Rowasa 500MG Sachet used for?

Ulcerative colitis Crohn’s disease

How Rowasa 500MG Sachet Works

Rowasa OD 1200mg Tablet 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.

Dosage & Directions

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. Rowasa OD 1200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.

Key Benefits

In Ulcerative colitis Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum. Rowasa OD 1200mg Tablet helps reduce the inflammation in the intestinal lining by targeting the disease locally. Reduction in inflammation promotes mucosal healing and causes symptoms like abdominal pain
diarrhea
and rectal bleeding to subside. In Crohn’s disease Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the digestive tract
causing symptoms like abdominal pain
diarrhea
and fatigue. Rowasa OD 1200mg Tablet is used in mild to moderate cases to reduce inflammation and manage flare-ups. It can help prevent disease progression
reduce the need for steroids
and support intestinal health over time. Show More

Pregnancy

Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol Interaction

Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Quick Facts

Composition: Mesalazine (1200mg)
Therapeutic class: GASTRO INTESTINAL
Prescription: Required (Rx)
Price: ₹36
Habit forming: No

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Usage FAQs

How should I take this medicine?

Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without medical advice.

Can I take this medicine without a prescription?

Prescription-required medicines need a valid Rx. OTC medicines can be purchased directly.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

How long does it take to show effect?

The time to show effect varies by medicine and condition. Consult your doctor for specific timelines.

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Rowasa 500MG Sachet used for?

How Rowasa 500MG Sachet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Quick Facts

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Usage FAQs

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Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Rowasa 500MG Sachet used for?

How Rowasa 500MG Sachet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Quick Facts

Rowasa 500MG Sachet — Usage FAQs

More from PingMeDoc™

Safety disclaimer