Sulfasalazine (500mg)
Sazo 500 Tablet DR is used in the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis.
1 Strip of 15 Tablet
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sazo 500 Tablet DR is to be taken with food.
Sazo 500 Tablet DR is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD). It works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocks the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling). It has an additional anti-bacterial property which helps prevent bacterial growth.
Related Warnings
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Sazo 500 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.
Sazo 500 Tablet DR is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Sazo 500 Tablet DR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Sazo 500 Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sazo 500 Tablet DR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Sazo 500 Tablet DR is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
