Pentasa TM
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Active ingredients: mesalazine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 4 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 sachets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1g suppository blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of ulcerative procitis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Suppository, compressed
- Rectal
- white to tan spotted oblong suppositories
Images


Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 suppositories pack
- 30 suppositories pack
- 5 suppositories pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1g suppository blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of ulcerative procitis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Suppository, compressed
- Rectal
- white to tan spotted oblong suppositories
Images


Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 suppositories pack
- 30 suppositories pack
- 5 suppositories pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 2 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 sachets pack
- 15 sachets pack
- 60 sachets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1g enema bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the treatment of ulcerative proctosigmoiditis and/or treatment of left-sided ulcerative colitis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Enema
- Rectal
- Colourless to slightly yellow suspension
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 7 enemas pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 sachets pack
- 120 sachets pack
- 150 sachets pack
- 30 sachets pack
- 50 sachets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 0.5 g prolonged release tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- White-grey to pale brown, specked round tablets. Breakmark and embossing: 500mg on one side, PENTASA on the other side.
Images



Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 Tablets pack
- 30 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 0.5 g prolonged release tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- White-grey to pale brown, specked round tablets. Breakmark and embossing: 500mg on one side, PENTASA on the other side.
Images



Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 Tablets pack
- 30 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 2 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 sachets pack
- 15 sachets pack
- 60 sachets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 2 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 sachets pack
- 15 sachets pack
- 60 sachets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 sachets pack
- 120 sachets pack
- 150 sachets pack
- 30 sachets pack
- 50 sachets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 sachets pack
- 120 sachets pack
- 150 sachets pack
- 30 sachets pack
- 50 sachets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 sachets pack
- 120 sachets pack
- 150 sachets pack
- 30 sachets pack
- 50 sachets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1 g prolonged release tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- White-grey to pale brown, speckled oval tablet. Embossing on both sides 'PENTASA'
Images


Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 120 tablet pack
- 20 tablet pack
- 60 tablet pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1 g prolonged release tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- White-grey to pale brown, speckled oval tablet. Embossing on both sides 'PENTASA'
Images


Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 120 tablet pack
- 20 tablet pack
- 60 tablet pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTASA mesalazine 1 g prolonged release granules sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
Listen to the audio transcription of the CMI leaflet.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and maintenance of remission.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules, modified release
- Oral
- white-grey to pale white-brown cylindrical shaped granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 sachets pack
- 120 sachets pack
- 150 sachets pack
- 30 sachets pack
- 50 sachets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mesalazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems