Dapsone Tablet
1000 Tablet(s) in BottleMRP ₹437.99
₹372.29
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GLAXOSMITHKLINE
Dosage
TABLET
Expiry
Product Summary
| Salt Content | Dapsone(100.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Leprosy, skin conditions |
| Therapy | Anti-leprotic |
| Side effects | Skin rashes, fever, nausea |
Assurance
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Regulated
Medical Description
Uses
- Dapsone 100 mg tablet is used to treat leprosy (a bacterial infection that affects the skin and nerves) in combination with other medicines.
- It is also used for the treatment of a chronic itchy skin rash with blisters (dermatitis herpetiformis), which is caused by an overactive immune system or any other similar skin reactions.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to dapsone or any other components of the medicine
- If you have severe anaemia
- If you suffer from a genetic or inherited disorder causing accumulation of substances related to the production of red blood cells (porphyria)
- If you have a genetic disorder that causes an increased breakdown of red blood cells (Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency)
Side effects
- Skin rashes
- Nausea
- Fever
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are suffering from any heart or lung disease
- You have any blood disorders
Directions for Use
- Dapsone 100 mg tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store Dapsone 100 mg tablets at room temperature in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- If you forget to take a dose of Dapsone 100 mg tablet, it should be taken as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
- In this case, you should skip the missed dose and take the remaining dose as normal.
- It would be best if you do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Dapsone 100 mg tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines like probenecid (used to treat gout), rifampicin or trimethoprim (used to treat bacterial infections).
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:DAPSONE
Manufacturer Name:GLAXOSMITHKLINE
Address:Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Limited At A-10, M.I.D.C., Ambad-Pathardi Block, Nashik 422 010.
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Dapsone 100 MG Tablet (1000) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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