Saaz Tablet
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Product Summary
Saaz 500 mg Tablet contains sulfasalazine 500 mg, an anti-inflammatory medicine made by Ipca Laboratories and used to treat ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. It blocks substances that drive inflammation. This reduces inflammatory activity in the bowel and joints affected by these conditions.
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Last updated on: 13 October 2026 | 5:34 PM (IST)
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| Therapy | Drugs for inflammatory bowel disease |
| Composition | Sulfasalazine(500.0 Mg) Sulfasalazine 500.0 Mg |
Sulfasalazine 500.0 Mg
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Saaz 500mg tablets contain sulfasalazine, a medication used to treat conditions like ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, which are types of inflammatory bowel disease. It can also be helpful in managing rheumatoid arthritis.
It's important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully. This includes taking the medication exactly as prescribed, including the correct dosage and duration of treatment. Staying well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids is also crucial while taking Saaz 500.
Stopping the medication before completing the full course prescribed by your doctor is not recommended. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your medication regimen.
Before starting treatment with Saaz 500, it's essential to inform your doctor about any existing health conditions, medications, or supplements you are currently taking. This information will help your doctor ensure the safe and effective use of Saaz 500.
Uses
- Saaz 500mg tablet is used for the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s Disease (a medical condition that causes inflammation and ulcers in your digestive tract).
- It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (a condition that causes pain and swelling in the joints).
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to Sulfasalazine or any other ingredients of Saaz 500mg tablet.
- If you are allergic to other salicylates like aspirin or a type of antibiotic called sulfonamides like sulfamethizole, sulfadiazine, etc.
- If you are suffering from a rare condition called porphyria.
- Do not use this medicine in children less than 2 years old.
Side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Diarrhoea
- Heartburn
- Cough
- Itchy skin
- Joint pain
Precautions and Warnings
Alcohol
WITH CAUTIONAlthough there is no known interaction with alcohol and Saaz 500mg tablet, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regular drinking.
Pregnancy
WITH CAUTIONIf you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby, you should consult your doctor before starting Saaz 500mg tablet.Your doctor will only prescribe you this medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.
Breastfeeding
UNSAFEYou should avoid breastfeeding while taking Saaz 500mg tablet, as Sulfasalazine passes into breast milk in small amounts and there have been reports of diarrhoea or blood in the stools of breastfed babies.
Driving
WITH CAUTIONThere is limited information about the effects of Saaz 500mg tablet on driving but since this medicine may cause dizziness, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.
Other General Warnings
- You have problems with your liver or kidney.
- You have a blood enzyme deficiency (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency).
- You had or have asthma.
- Your doctor may frequently ask you to get your blood and other tests like liver function tests or urine tests to check your condition before and during treatment with this medicine.
- Saaz 500mg tablet is not recommended for use in children suffering from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Directions for use
Storage and disposal
- Store Saaz 500mg tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- Do not use expired medicines. Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Quick tips
- Use of this medicine is not recommended in children less than 2 years old and children suffering from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to salicylates (aspirin), sulfonamides (sulfadiazine), or any other medicine. If you have asthma, blood enzyme deficiency, or problems with the kidney or liver.
- You may experience some side effects if used with other medicine like anti-diabetic medicines, methotrexate, digoxin, etc. It must be used with your doctor's advice.
- Vomiting, fever, headache, dizziness, heartburn, and pain in the stomach or joint can be seen as side effects of this medicine, if side effects bother you please consult your doctor.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Saaz 500mg tablet may interact with other medicines, discuss it with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination schedule.
- Concomitant use of Saaz 500mg tablet along with certain anti-diabetic medications like glipizide, metformin, and pioglitazone may cause low blood sugar levels, and thus should be cautiously used.
- Concomitant use along with methotrexate (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis) may increase the risk of side effects like nausea.
- Other medicines like digoxin (used to treat heart failure), azathioprine, and mercaptopurine (used in organ transplant) should be used with caution along with Saaz 500mg tablet.
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References
- Salazopyrin tablets- Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 11 April 2022]
- Salazopyrin tablets- Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 11 April 2022]
- National Library of Medicine. Sulfasalazine. MedlinePlus [Internet]. 2024 [cited 30 December 2024].
- NHS. Sulfasalazine. NHS website. 2024 [cited 30 December 2024]
- DrugBank. Sulfasalazine. DrugBank Database [Internet]. 2024 [cited 30 December 2024]
- Drugs.com. Sulfasalazine: uses, dosage, side effects, warnings [Internet]. 2024 [cited 30 December 2024]
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