Sulfasalazine

3 Step Quality
Assurance

Cash on delivery
available

NPPA
Regulated

Molecule Description

Sulfasalazine is a medicine that acts on those substances that cause inflammation in the body. It is prescribed particularly in those patients who do not respond satisfactorily to other drugs.

Uses

Ulcerative colitis
Crohn’s disease
Rheumatoid arthritis/ juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
Uveitis

Contraindications

When should one not use Sulfasalazine

Patients suffering from porphyria, as Sulfonamides have been reported to precipitate an acute attack
Patients allergic to Sulfasalazine, its metabolites, Sulfonamides or Salicylates

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Allergic reaction like fever, chills, rash, hives, breathing difficulty, swelling over your face, lips, throat
Some infections may occur while you are on this medicine Hemolytic anemia
Stop the medicine instantly and call your doctor right away if you experience the following symptoms:
Yellowing of skin or eyes
Sore throat, painful swallowing, cough, breathing problem
Fainting, slow or fast breathing or heart beat
Fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, cold, sudden weakness
Chest pain, cough with green or yellow discharge, wheezing
Sore or swollen gums
Sore skin, easy bruising, bleeding from unusual parts
Nausea, vomiting
Swelling on face, feet, ankles
Problems with urination

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Avoid this medicine if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. It is not known to harm the unborn baby. Use this medicine during pregnancy only when needed under doctor's consultation.

Breast Feeding

Sulfasalazine can pass into the breast milk and can affect the child. This medicine should not be taken while breastfeeding.

Driving

This medicine may cause dizziness. Do not drive unless you feel well.

Alcohol

Please limit your alcoholic beverages.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

Liver or kidney problems
Inherited condition known as Glucose-6-Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Currently have or have had asthma
This medicine may lead to make you more sensitive to the sun thereby limit your time in the sun during day
It is beneficial to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing before going outdoors.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Sulfasalazine is an anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory medicine. It acts on the connective tissue, liver, intestines and blood to decrease the inflammation of the affected region.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Deferiprone, Ketorolac, MMR vaccine (live), Methotrexate, Varicella vaccine (live), Aspirin.

Interactions with food items

Interactions with multivitamins and few herbs are known. Talk to your doctor about any specific herbs or herbal medicines you might be taking.

Dietary Restrictions

No information is available on dietary restrictions while you are taking Sulfasalazine, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Dosage

Overdose

Excess Sulfasalazine ingestion may cause abdominal discomfort and pain, nausea, vomiting, convulsions and drowsiness. Reach nearby hospital for seeking medical consultation.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose as early as you remember. If the time for the next dose is near, skip the missed dose & do not take extra medicine for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You must inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart, kidney, asthma or liver diseasesIf you are on aspirin or salicylatesIf you are allergic to Sulfa drugsIf you suffer from any obstruction in your kidney or bladderIf you suffer from any blood disorder, chronic infectionsIf you G6PD enzyme deficient or have a condition called porphyriaInform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, supplements or herbs

You must take medicine precisely the way it is prescribed by the physician. Follow the instructions mentioned on the prescription label. Do not alter the dose unless recommended by your doctor. Do not take it longer than advised. Take medicine after a meal. The coating on the tablet is to protect your stomach. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole. Your doctor might advise you repeated tests as this drug can weaken your immune system.

Articles

View All

Did you find this helpful?

References:

Explore More at Pharmeasy

Why trust PharmEasy?

# ONE OF INDIA'S MOST TRUSTED HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

CODAvailable

100%Genuine Medicine

30 DAYReturn Policy

Making medicines affordable, authentic, and easily accessible across India

700+100% Genuine & verified medicines

70,000+Medicine orders everyday

70 MillionTotal customer served

70 MillionDelivery hubs & fulfillment centre

7000Trained & trusted delivery partners