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Saaz Tablet DR is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. The alternative uses of Saaz Tablet DR have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Saaz Tablet DR. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Saaz Tablet DR include Skin Rash, Weight Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Saaz Tablet DR as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Saaz Tablet DR go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Saaz Tablet DR's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Saaz Tablet DR related warnings talks about Saaz Tablet DR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Saaz Tablet DR is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Porphyria, Intestinal Obstruction as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Saaz Tablet DR may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Saaz Tablet DR is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Saaz Tablet DR 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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Is the use of Saaz Tablet DR safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Saaz. If you are pregnant, do not take Saaz without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Saaz Tablet DR safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Saaz. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Saaz Tablet DR on the Kidneys?
Use of Saaz may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Saaz Tablet DR on the Liver?
Effects of Saaz on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Saaz Tablet DR on the Heart?
Saaz 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Saaz Tablet DR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Saaz Tablet DR habit forming or addictive?
Saaz Tablet DR does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Saaz Tablet DR as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Saaz Tablet DR only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Saaz Tablet DR is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Saaz Tablet DR
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Saaz Tablet DR, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Saaz Tablet DR
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Saaz Tablet DR and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Saaz is not a steroid. It contains sulfasalazine which belongs to the class of drug known as disease modifying anti-rheumatoid drugs (DMARDs) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
Yes, Saaz might help with pain. It reduces the inflammation (swelling) and pain in ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Yes, Saaz is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, you can take Saaz 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.
Yes, Saaz may cause hair loss (alopecia). It is an infrequent and rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. This effect is unharmful and reversible in nature. The normal hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
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