mesalamine - Medications

Each mesalamine extended-release capsule, USP is a delayed- and extended-release dosage form for oral administration. Each capsule contains 0.375 g of mesalamine, USP (5-aminosalicylic acid, 5-ASA), an aminosalicylate. The structural formula of mesalamine, USP is: Molecular Weight: 153.14 Molecular Formula: C 7 H 7 NO 3 Each mesalamine extended-release capsule, USP contains pellets composed of mesalamine in a polymer matrix with an enteric coating that dissolves at pH 6 and above. The inactive ingredients of mesalamine extended-release capsules, USP are: colloidal silicon dioxide, ethyl acrylate and methyl methacrylate copolymer dispersion, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and methyl methacrylate copolymer (1:1), microcrystalline cellulose, simethicone emulsion 30%, talc, titanium dioxide and triethyl citrate. The capsule shell contains gelatin, iron oxide red, iron oxide yellow, sodium lauryl sulfate and titanium dioxide. The capsule shells are imprinted with edible black ink containing black iron oxide, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, shellac and strong ammonia solution. FDA approved dissolution test specifications differ from USP. mesalaminestructure

Each Mesalamine Delayed-Release Tablet, USP for oral administration contains 1.2 g 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA; mesalamine), an anti-inflammatory agent. Mesalamine also has the chemical name 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid and its structural formula is: Molecular formula: C 7 H 7 NO 3 Molecular weight: 153.14 The tablet is coated with a pH-dependent polymer film, which breaks down at or above pH 6.8, normally in the terminal ileum where mesalamine then begins to be released from the tablet core. The tablet core contains mesalamine with hydrophilic and lipophilic excipients and provides for extended release of mesalamine. The inactive ingredients of Mesalamine Delayed-Release Tablets, USP are colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, sodium starch glycolate, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, methacrylic acid-methyl methacrylate copolymer 1:1, methacrylic acid-methyl methacrylate copolymer 1:2, triethyl citrate, talc, polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, macrogol/PEG, iron oxide red and iron oxide yellow. FDA approved dissolution test specifications differ from USP. image description

The active ingredient in Mesalamine Rectal Suspension, USP Enema, a disposable (60 mL) unit, is mesalamine, also known as 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA). Chemically, mesalamine is 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid. The empirical formula is C 7 H 7 NO 3 , representing a molecular weight of 153.14. The structural formula is: Each rectal suspension enema unit contains 4 grams of mesalamine. In addition to mesalamine the preparation contains the inactive ingredients carbomer 934P, edetate disodium, potassium acetate, potassium metabisulfite, purified water and xanthan gum. Sodium benzoate is added as a preservative. The disposable unit consists of an applicator tip protected by a polyethylene cover and lubricated with USP white petrolatum. The unit has a one-way valve to prevent back flow of the dispensed product.

The active ingredient in Mesalamine Rectal Suspension Enema, a disposable (60 mL) unit, is mesalamine, also known as 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA). Chemically, mesalamine is 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid. The empirical formula is C 7 H 7 NO 3 , representing a molecular weight of 153.14. The structural formula is: Each rectal suspension enema unit contains 4 grams of mesalamine. In addition to mesalamine the preparation contains the inactive ingredients carbomer 934P, edetate disodium, potassium acetate, potassium metabisulfite, purified water and xanthan gum. Sodium benzoate is added as a preservative. The disposable unit consists of an applicator tip protected by a polyethylene cover and lubricated with USP white petrolatum. The unit has a one-way valve to prevent back flow of the dispensed product. structure

The active ingredient in Mesalamine Rectal Suppository 1000 mg suppositories for rectal use is mesalamine, also known as mesalazine or 5- aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA). Chemically, mesalamine is 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, and is classified as an aminosalicylate. Each Mesalamine Rectal Suppository contains 1000 mg of mesalamine (USP) in a base of Hard Fat, NF. The empirical formula is C 7 H 7 NO 3 , representing a molecular weight of 153.14. The structural formula is: Mesalamine Structural Formula

PENTASA (mesalamine) for oral administration is an extended-release formulation of mesalamine, an aminosalicylate anti-inflammatory agent for gastrointestinal use. Mesalamine (also referred to as 5-aminosalicylic acid or 5-ASA) has the chemical name 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid. It has a molecular weight of 153.14. The structural formula is: Each 250 mg capsule contains 250 mg of mesalamine. It also contains the following inactive ingredients: acetylated monoglyceride, castor oil, colloidal silicon dioxide, ethylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, starch, stearic acid, sugar, talc, and white wax. The capsule shell contains D&C Yellow #10, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Green #3, gelatin, titanium dioxide, and other ingredients. Each 500 mg capsule contains 500 mg of mesalamine. It also contains the following inactive ingredients: acetylated monoglyceride, castor oil, colloidal silicon dioxide, ethylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, starch, stearic acid, sugar, talc, and white wax. The capsule shell contains FD&C Blue #1, gelatin, titanium dioxide, and other ingredients. Chemical Structure

The active ingredient in ROWASA ® (mesalamine) Rectal Suspension Enema, a disposable (60 mL) unit, is mesalamine, also known as 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA). Chemically, mesalamine is 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid. The empirical formula is C 7 H 7 NO 3 , representing a molecular weight of 153.14. The structural formula is: ROWASA is supplied as a suspension for rectal administration. Each rectal suspension enema unit contains 4 grams of mesalamine. The inactive ingredients are carbomer 934P, edetate disodium, potassium acetate, potassium metabisulfite, purified water and xanthan gum. Sodium benzoate is added as a preservative. The disposable unit consists of an applicator tip protected by a polyethylene cover and lubricated with USP white petrolatum. The unit has a one-way valve to prevent back flow of the dispensed product. ROWASA Structural Formula

The active ingredient in sfROWASA ® (mesalamine) Rectal Suspension, a disposable (60 mL) unit, is mesalamine, also known as 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA). Chemically, mesalamine is 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid. The empirical formula is C 7 H 7 NO 3 , representing a molecular weight of 153.14. The structural formula is: sfROWASA is supplied as a suspension for rectal administration. Each rectal suspension unit contains 4 grams of mesalamine. The inactive ingredients are carbomer 934P, edetate disodium, potassium acetate, purified water, sodium benzoate and xanthan gum. Sodium benzoate is added as a preservative. The disposable unit consists of an applicator tip protected by a polyethylene cover and lubricated with USP white petrolatum. The unit has a one-way valve to prevent back flow of the dispensed product. mesalamine structural formula