Coolgut 800mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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.
Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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, and vomiting. 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.
Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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, and vomiting. 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 Coolgut Tablet
Benefits of Coolgut Tablet
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. Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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.
In Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines. The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen. Coolgut 800mg Tablet helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back.
Side effects of Coolgut Tablet
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 Coolgut
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Rash
How to use Coolgut Tablet
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. Coolgut 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Coolgut Tablet works
Coolgut 800mg 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Coolgut 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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
Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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 Coolgut 800mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Coolgut 800mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Coolgut 800mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Coolgut 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Coolgut 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Coolgut 800mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Coolgut 800mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Coolgut 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Coolgut 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Coolgut Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Coolgut 800mg Tablet, 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.\n
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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 Coolgut 800mg Tablet 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)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Coolgut 800mg Tablet
Thrice A Day
47%
Twice A Day
42%
Once A Day
11%
What are you using Coolgut Tablet for?
Ulcerative co*
100%
*Ulcerative colitis
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Coolgut 800mg Tablet?
Abdominal pai*
100%
*Abdominal pain
FAQs
Q. My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Coolgut 800mg Tablet?
Continue to take Coolgut 800mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Coolgut 800mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Coolgut 800mg Tablet?
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 Coolgut 800mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Q. Does Coolgut 800mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Coolgut 800mg Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
Q. When is the best time to take Coolgut 800mg Tablet?
Take Coolgut 800mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.
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