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Mazalvix

Active Ingredient:
Mesalazine
Origin:
EU

Mazalvix (Mesalazine)

Mesalazine, the active ingredient in Mazalvix, is a 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) derivative presented as an oral formulation for oral use. It is employed to treat inflammatory bowel conditions such as ulcerative colitis and mild‑to‑moderate Crohn’s disease affecting the colon, helping to reduce intestinal inflammation.

GNH India supplies Mazalvix as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Laboratoires Mayoly Spindler

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Mazalvix, a 5‑ASA drug, is used in the management of inflammatory bowel disease.

  • Ulcerative colitis: reduces mucosal inflammation and promotes remission.
  • Crohn's disease (mild to moderate colonic involvement): controls disease activity and alleviates symptoms.
  • Maintenance therapy for ulcerative colitis: helps sustain remission after induction.

How It Works

  • Mesalazine exerts a local anti‑inflammatory effect in the gastrointestinal tract by inhibiting cyclooxygenase and lipoxygenase pathways, scavenging free radicals, and modulating NF‑κB signaling. These actions decrease prostaglandin and leukotriene production, limiting mucosal inflammation without significant systemic absorption.

Side Effects

Mesalazine may cause a range of adverse reactions, from mild to severe.

Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain or cramping
  • Headache
  • Flatulence or bloating
  • Diarrhea
  • Rash or mild skin irritation

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis, angioedema)
  • Blood in stool or marked gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Elevated liver enzymes or hepatitis
  • Pancreatitis
  • Acute kidney injury or interstitial nephritis
  • Myocarditis or pericarditis

Precautions & Warnings

Before initiating therapy, clinicians should consider several safety measures.

  • Renal function monitoring: assess serum creatinine and eGFR regularly.
  • Hepatic function monitoring: check liver enzymes periodically.
  • Disease activity assessment: ensure active inflammation is present before use.
  • Hypersensitivity: avoid in patients with known allergy to mesalazine or related 5‑ASA compounds.
  • Concomitant anticoagulants: use caution as bleeding risk may increase.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep in original packaging, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Mesalazine can interact with several medicines, requiring attention to avoid adverse outcomes.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Azathioprine: may increase risk of bone marrow suppression.
  • Warfarin: can potentiate anticoagulant effect and raise bleeding risk.
  • Methotrexate: potential additive toxicity to liver and bone marrow.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • NSAIDs: may exacerbate gastrointestinal irritation.
  • Oral contraceptives: possible reduction in contraceptive efficacy.
  • Lithium: mesalazine may alter lithium serum levels.
  • Allopurinol: monitor for increased risk of hypersensitivity reactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mazalvix contains mesalazine, which is indicated for the treatment of ulcerative colitis and for mild to moderate Crohn’s disease limited to the colon. It helps reduce intestinal inflammation and can be used both to induce remission and to maintain it over time.

Mesalazine acts locally in the gastrointestinal tract. It inhibits cyclooxygenase and lipoxygenase enzymes, scavenges free radicals, and modulates NF‑κB signaling pathways, thereby decreasing the production of inflammatory mediators such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes that drive bowel inflammation.

The specific dose of Mazalvix is determined by the prescribing clinician based on the patient’s disease severity, location, and response to therapy. Dosage adjustments are made according to clinical guidelines and individual patient factors.

Safety data for mesalazine in pregnancy and lactation are limited. Clinicians should weigh the potential benefits against possible risks and consider alternative therapies if appropriate. Women who are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding should discuss treatment options with their healthcare provider.

To place an order, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details (including any cold‑chain requirements) and necessary import documentation.

Mazalvix delivers the same active ingredient, mesalazine, as other 5‑ASA products. Differences may lie in formulation, release characteristics, or excipients, which can affect tolerability and dosing frequency. Clinical efficacy is generally comparable when equivalent doses are used.

Mazalvix should be stored at ambient temperature, below 25 °C. Keep the product in its original packaging, protect it from moisture and direct sunlight, and ensure the container is tightly closed to maintain stability.

Mazalvix is taken orally, usually with water. The exact administration schedule—such as once or multiple times daily—depends on the prescribed dose and the formulation provided by the prescriber.

Serious risks include severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), significant gastrointestinal bleeding, liver injury, pancreatitis, acute kidney injury, and cardiac inflammation such as myocarditis. Patients should be instructed to seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms like rash, blood in stool, jaundice, severe abdominal pain, or chest discomfort.

Mazalvix is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to mesalazine, other 5‑ASA compounds, or any of the product’s excipients. It should also be avoided in patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment unless closely monitored by a specialist.

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