Uses, Side Effects, Price of SULFASALAZ 500 Tablet 15's:

SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET contains Sulfasalazine which belongs to the group of medicines called Amino salicylates. It is used to treat and manage inflammatory bowel diseases such as Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s disease, and rheumatoid arthritis.

Ulcerative Colitis is an inflammatory disease that affects only the large bowel (colon and back passage), the lining of the bowel becomes inflamed (red and swollen) and symptoms include abdominal pain and diarrhea (may have blood and mucus). Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory disease that affects any part of the digestive system from the mouth to the anus, most commonly affecting the last part of the small bowel and the first part of the large bowel, symptoms include abdominal pain and diarrhea (may be bloody). It can also be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (swelling, pain, stiffness of joints)

Your doctor might want you to take certain blood, kidney, and liver function tests during the treatment. Drink enough fluids during this treatment to avoid problems with the kidneys. Before taking SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET inform your doctor if you have porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder), jaundice, kidney, liver, blood problems, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, history of recurring chronic infection, asthma, arthritis.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. The most common side effects of taking SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET are indigestion, heartburn, nausea, dizziness, and headache. Consult your doctor if the side effects get worse.

USES OF SULFASALAZ 500 Tablet 15's

• Ulcerative colitis
• Crohn’s disease

Benefits of SULFASALAZ 500 Tablet 15's:

SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocks the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling).

Take SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF SULFASALAZ 500 Tablet 15's:

The majority of adverse effects are temporary and go away as your body becomes used to the medication. If they persist or you're concerned about them, speak with your doctor.

• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Changes in taste
• Ringing in the ears
• Cough
• Itching of the skin
• Purple discolorations on the skin
• Joint pain
• Protein in urine
• Fever
• Depression
• Shortness of breath
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting

Caution :

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.

FAQs

Q1 What is SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET used for? SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET is used to treat and manage inflammation caused by rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease). You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse.

Q2 Can SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET be used in children? SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. It is not recommended if you have systemic-onset juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (Stills disease). Consult your doctor before taking it.

Q3 What if I take more of the SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET accidentally? If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of the SULFASALAZ 500 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are nausea and vomiting.