Sulfasalazine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sulfasalazine is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sulfasalazine safe for pregnant women?
Sulfasalazine shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Sulfasalazine safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Sulfasalazine. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Sulfasalazine on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Sulfasalazine can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Sulfasalazine on the Liver?
Sulfasalazine may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Sulfasalazine on the Heart?
Sulfasalazine can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Sulfasalazine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sulfasalazine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sulfasalazine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sulfasalazine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Sulfasalazine as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sulfasalazine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sulfasalazine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sulfasalazine
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Sulfasalazine and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sulfasalazine
Information about the interaction of Sulfasalazine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Sulfasalazine contains sulfasalazine which starts working when it is metabolized into sulfapyridine and 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA or Mesalamine) by the body. These active components specifically mesalamine prevents the synthesis of chemical messengers (leukotrienes) by inhibiting an enzyme (lipoxygenase) that causes inflammation.
Take Sulfasalazine 3-4 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with G6PD deficiency, allergic bronchial asthma, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Sulfasalazine might cause anemia. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind anemia is not known. If you are experiencing paleness of the skin, fever, weakness, and dizziness which are symptoms of anemia after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
Yes, you can take Sulfasalazine with omeprazole together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with omeprazole then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Sulfasalazine does not treat psoriasis. However, clinical studies have found that it can improve psoriasis symptoms but it is generally not preferred for the treatment of psoriasis nor it is approved for this use.
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