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Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr

Manufacturer :  Zydus Cadila
Medicine Composition :  Sulfasalazine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr

Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr is highly effective in the treatment of ulcerative colitis. The drug acts as a salicylate, thus it reduces inflammation. You doctor may prescribe this medicine for the treatment of other medical conditions as per his discretion.

Take the drug along with some water, after food. Make sure that your increase your fluid intake when seeking treatment with Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr. Doses should be taken within 8 hours and should not be missed.

Dizziness as well as drowsiness may occur in patient taking Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr. Thus, it is advised that driving and unsafe activities should be avoided. Also avoid consuming alcohol as it can make you dizzy. The drug will also make your skin more sensitive to light, thus protect your skin when you go out in the sun. It can also cause discoloration of the urine.

Other side effects of Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr include nausea, headache, gastric problems, vomiting and anorexia.

Some medical problems may hinder the effectiveness of the drug, thus inform you medical practitioner if you have asthma, kidney problems, blood problems, thyroid problems and any allergies.

Also give him a list of all the medicines that you are taking presently. Make sure to include prescription drugs as well as over the counter medicines that you take.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Ssn - ds 1000mg tablet dr is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Sulfasalazine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    The active constituent of this medicine comprises of sulfapyridine and aspirin (5-aminosalicylic acid) acts as an antimetabolite. It interferes with the production of immune system cells and inhibits TNF or Tumor Necrosis Factor that plays a vital part in the immune response.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Salazar 500Mg Tablet Dr ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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        Purinetone 50Mg Tablet

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        Azap 50Mg Tablet

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      References

      • Sulfasalazine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 2 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/sulfasalazine

      • Sulfasalazine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 2 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00795

      • SULFASALAZINE Tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 2 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=SULFASALAZINE

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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