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Doctors recommend Sulfasalazine for the therapy of rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and ankylosing spondylitis. Take Sulfasalazine with meals to prevent your stomach from upset. The effectiveness of Sulfasalazine is not usually seen until after 6 to 8 weeks have passed. Take it as directed every day. While using Sulfasalazine, drink lots of fluids to remain hydrated and prevent kidney difficulties like kidney stones. Sulfasalazine may cause a deficiency of folic acid in the body. Taking folic acid as prescribed by your doctor is essential. This will help to reduce the severity of Sulfasalazine's harmful effects. Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages while taking them because it may increase the chance of adverse effects. If you have an allergy to sulfa medications or aspirin, you should not use Sulfasalazine. It may cause orange/yellow discolouration of the skin, urine, saliva, and tears. This condition is harmless and common. During medication, your liver and kidney functions and your blood component levels should be monitored regularly. Do not stop taking Sulfasalazine all of a sudden without first consulting your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, it is safe and effective for usage during pregnancy. However, there is a lack of human studies despite evidence of little or no harm to the fetus from those performed on animals.
Within 4 to 8 hours, you must experience the benefit of Sulfasalazine.
No, it's likely unsafe to take Sulfasalazine during breastfeeding. According to limited human data, the medicine may enter the breast milk and harm the unborn baby.
It is not recommended to use any blood thinners (warfarin), heart disease medications (digoxin), iron supplements (folate), antidiabetic medications (glimepiride, glyburide, glipizide), antibiotics (methenamine), drugs that affect the immune system (azathioprine, mercaptopurine), anti-arthritis or anti-cancer medications (methotrexate), and anti-tuberculosis (isoniazid). Before using any prescription or over-the-counter medications, you must consult your doctor.
Do not use it if you have an allergic reaction (hypersensitivity) to any of its components. Do not take Sulfasalazine if you consume alcohol. Due to a possible interaction, it may increase the chance of serious adverse effects. We recommend that you consult a doctor as soon as possible.
No, please do not stop taking Sulfasalazine without first consulting your doctor. There is a chance that symptoms may return if it is suddenly stopped.
Yes, weight loss is a possible rare side effect of Sulfasalazine. Consult your doctor if you notice a significant change in your weight or have any other concerns about your weight.
No, using it will not lead to the development of habitual actions. There have been no reports that withdrawal symptoms may appear when it is stopped. It is possible for people in this situation to develop a psychological dependence on the medication if they continue to use it.
Yes, using Sulfasalazine can cause you to feel nausea and vomiting. If you vomit, drink water or other liquids continuously in small quantities. If you observe symptoms of dehydration, such as persistent vomiting, dark urine with a strong odour, or infrequent urination, consult your doctor. Without first consulting a doctor, avoid taking any additional medications.
No, avoid consuming alcohol while taking Sulfasalazine because it could increase dizziness and drowsiness.
Yes, there is some evidence that Sulfasalazine may affect male fertility. It may reduce the number of sperm in men. These symptoms are temporary and will disappear once the treatment is discontinued.
Yes, it should be used with precaution, specifically if you have a history of kidney disorders or problems. Some patients may need a dosage modification of the medicine. If you have any problems, you should consult your doctor.
No, it's likely unsafe to take Sulfasalazine during liver disease. If you have any problems, you should consult your doctor.
Yes, Diarrhoea is a risk after taking Sulfasalazine. Therefore, drink lots of fluids and take probiotics to avoid excessive fluid loss (dehydration). Do not use the anti-Diarrhoea medication by yourself; if the condition worsens, consult your doctor.
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