Sulfasalazine

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Sulfasalazine (SSZ), sold under the trade name Azulfidine among others, is a medication used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.[4] It is considered by some to be a first-line treatment in rheumatoid arthritis.[5] It is taken by mouth.[4] Significant side effects occur in about 25% of people.[5] Commonly these include loss of appetite, nausea, headache, and rash.[4] Severe side ...

I've been taking Sulfasalazine for 3 weeks (500 mg 4x daily). The side effects are very wearing: nausea, low energy, sleepiness, general feeling of blahhhhhh. I make sure to eat before taking the pills, and I drink at least 8 oz of water with the pills. Any suggestions on how to minimize these side effects? I'm hoping my body will adjust in time. Any thoughts - anyone??? ## Unfortunately, there really isn't much you can do to prevent them, but yes, they should taper off and eventually go away entirely, once your body gets used to the medication, according to FDA reports. Generally that takes anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks. You may also experience fever, chills, dark urine, nosebleeds, and pale skin. Has there been any change or improvement, yet? ## Has anyone had any success usi...

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im on sulfasalazine and been having normal blood results until now >60ml/min for eGFR.I am scared out of my mind.I have been having right sided pain.I have had it for a while,i went to A&E to have a ct scan but they said everything looked normal,that was about 5 months ago though.I have just had my blood results left for me at doctors but nothing was said to me.

if i'm allergic to sulfasalazine and smz-tmp can i take neomycin. I have a total colectomy scheduled for Monday Dec 1, 2014 and I am suppose to start on the neomycin and metronidazole on tomorrow. i am terrified that I will have the horrific reactions that I had in the past with sulfasalazine and smz-tmp if I take this new prescription Please help if u have the knowledge. Thanks so much ## @Marvin, I would try to get a second opinion on this from your doctor, but from what I can tell, if you are allergic to both SMZ-TMP + Sulfasalazine, it's possible that Neomycin Sulfate may cause a similar type of allergic reaction. There are different types of sulfa/sulfonamide-related allergies that may not pose the same risks as others, but being allergic to both types I wouldn't even w...

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Cap Indocid should be used or not along with Tab Sulfasalazine for the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis??? Both medicines at the same time are good or bad?? I am male 31 years unmarried... While having a lot of pain in my Back Muscles while sleeping at night and Morning Stiffness.... Also taking on and off painkillers like Naproxen Sodium and DIcloran etc.

Sulfasalazine

Sulfasalazine (SSZ), sold under the trade name Azulfidine among others, is a medication used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.[4] It is considered by some to be a first-line treatment in rheumatoid arthritis.[5] It is taken by mouth.[4] Significant side effects occur in about 25% of people.[5] Commonly these include loss of appetite, nausea, headache, and rash.[4] Severe side ...

ORANGE ROUND ## The pill in description is Sulfasalazine (500 mg). Sulfasalazine is mainly used for treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It is also effective in several types of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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it is for jiont pain ## Saaz contains the active ingredient Sulfasalazine, it is an anti-inflammatory agent, used to treat pain and swelling. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach irritation. Read more: Are there any questions or comments?

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Hello, I take .6 ml methotrexate weekly plus plaquenil and sulfasalazine. I've been completely knocked out with a head/chest cold for the past three days. Now my fever is down; can I go back to work tomorrow or will I just did myself in deeper? Any advice would be appreciated. ## FROM PAST EXPERIENCE, IT USUALLY RECOMMENDED NOT TO RESUME NORMAL ACTIVITY UNTIL A FEVER IS GONE FOR 24 HOURS. ## @Bratbaby, I agree with the previous comment, in that you should probably wait it out until you've fully recovered from the fever and/or whatever cold symptoms you might still have. At this point your immune system has to take time to build itself back up again through getting plenty of rest, proper nutrition, and not stressing out about anything. Methotrexate on the other hand, is known for...

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oval tan/orangish pill with the #104 on one side.. ## The pill in description is Sulfasalazine delayed release (500 mg). Sulfasalazine is mainly used for treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It is also effective in several types of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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doctor perscribe for sazo 500 for back pain what is the actual reason for sazo 500 ## Sulfasalazine is the active ingredient in Sazo 500. Sulfasalazine is mainly used for treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It is also effective in several types of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis. To view more information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## I am 30, mother of 7 yrs baby, using sazo 500 more then 2 yrs. if discontinued , pain attack much, by prolonged use what will be the side effect ? Now I want to be pregnant , may I ? during pragnancy may I continue the medicine ? Pl. reply. Thanks ! ## I am 33years old, I am sufferi...

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What is SEZO, it belongs to which company? ## From what I can find, Sazo contains the active ingredient Sulfasalazine. It is an anti-inflammatory, that is normally used to treat conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatoid arthritis. It is rarely used any more, because it has shown evidence of being hepatoxic. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments?

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watson 796 orange round about the size of a quarter. ## The pill in description is Sulfasalazine (500 mg). Sulfasalazine is mainly used for treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It is also effective in several types of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## What is this my friend gave me he said it's a painkiller Watson 796

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as it contain stairoid want to know which causes fat in body ## Sazo doesn't contain a steroid. It contains the active ingredient Sulfasalazine, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Learn more: What led you to believe it contained a steroid?

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Sulfacol powder use for cuts to help with the healing process. ## where can i find sulfacol ## Where to find Sulfacol powder ## Based on my research, Sulfacol contains the active ingredient Sulfasalazine, it's now mainly used to treat conditions such as IBS and ulcerative colitis. This medication requires a prescription in the U.S. so you'd have to speak with a doctor in order to obtain it. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Sulfasalazine Details If you have any more questions please post back! ## Good afternoon. Please can you tell me about the availability of this medicine, sulfacol powder? ## I am in egypt, and hv been searching for it for ages, where? In which country? And how to get it? ## Till now could nt know in which country it is used, if anyone can hel...

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I am currently experiencing an adverse reaction to the Sulfametazol (Sepran) tablet. A few years ago, my doctor advised me to avoid all sulfur group medicines. I'm considering taking Sazo tablets, which contain Sulfasalazine as an active ingredient. Could you please advise if I could potentially have any reactions if I take this medication? Thank you for your help. ## Hello, Arun! How are you? Yes, it may cause you to have an adverse reaction, since it is also in the sulfa group. Reactions to sulfa medications tend to worsen with time and exposure, which could put you in greater danger. Have you consulted your doctor? It would be best to do so in order to find out what medication you can safely take.

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hallo,iam useing sazo 500 mg for chronic dermatities ,doctor told that it is for immunity delopement i want know more about sazo please send me a Email thank you ## From the information I am finding, Sazo contains the active ingredient Sulfasalazine and I can't find any information on it being used to improve immunity. It is an anti-inflammatory, that is normally used to treat conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatoid arthritis. It is rarely used any more, because it has shown evidence of being hepatoxic. Learn more: It is possible that your doctor has found that it helps with this condition, in some way, I can't say for certain on that. Are there any comments or questions? ## Hello Imusing sazo500 4tabs a day,I want to know how does work plz send me ## I have...

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I have recently found out that my sugar level in my blood is 170. Took a zpack streroids for plantars facia, 60 days ago. Began taking metFORMIN 40 days ago. Also have hypoglycemia (take levothyroxine 150mcg). Also have arthritis take sulfasalazine, plaquenal and mobic. I am male, 52 yrs old, 30 to 40 pds overweight. Is it possible the blood count is still high from taking the steroids? Should I expect it to go back to normal in any certain time? Feel like dr.s are overreacting to level of sugar in my blood. ## A Z-Pack doesn't contain steroids, it contains the antibiotic Azithromycin and that shouldn't upset your blood sugar levels. It is also doubtful that a steroid would still have an effect on them 60 days later. And Hypglycemia is high blood sugar/diabetes and wouldn't ...

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What is SA 20 tablet strength 500? Had been prescribed for inflammatory arthritis. Unable to trace the generic name. ## I think you are referring to Sazo 500 tablets. (The name has a "Z" instead of a "2"). It contains Sulfasalazine 500 mg which is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.

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Hello, I got diagonsed with RA a year back. Now taking Sazo 500 mg tablets as a medication. I am also breastfeeding my 7 months old baby. Please let me know if I really should continue this medication without worrying? ## Sazo 500 contains Sulfasalazine, it is used as an anti-inflammatory. That said, it also states that no studies have been done to test its use during pregnancy or breast feeding. I suggest you talk to your doctor about your concerns, to be on the safe side. Have you asked them about it? ## detailed information on palindromic arthritis with anti-ccp positive result ## yes, you can. i got detected with RA 5 years back. you can take sazo 500 / 1000 during pregnancy for sure. so after pregnancy also should not be a problem. i am consulting one of the best rhematologist in m...

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