Description
This medicine eases inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis by helping abnormal immunity return to normal. It may take 1 to 2 months to start for the medicine to take effect.It is usually used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
Presentation
50 tablets
Feature
yellow to yellowish brown tablet, major axis: 18.0mm, minor axis: 9.5mm
Active Ingredients
Salazosulfapyridine 500mg
Effect/Efficacy
This medicine eases inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis by helping abnormal immunity return to normal. It may take 1 to 2 months until the effect of the medicine is obtained.
It is usually used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
Usage/Dosage
In general, for adults, take 1 tablet (500mg of the active ingredient) at a time, twice a day (after breakfast and dinner). Strictly follow the instructions.
If you are an elderly patient, you should especially follow your doctor's instructions.
- This medicine is designed to dissolve in the intestine, so you must swallow it without chewing or cracking.
- If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
- If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
- Do not stop taking this medicine or change the dosage unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
Cautions
If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines.
If you have: blood/liver/kidney disorder or bronchial asthma.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
This medicine may cause the skin, nails or body fluid (urine, sweat, etc.) to become yellow to yellowish red, or may turn soft contact lenses yellow. If you notice a change in color of them, consult with your doctor.
Contraindication
The most commonly reported adverse reactions include rash, nausea/vomiting, stomachache, stomach discomfort, itch, urinary stone (backache), proteinuria/hematuria (cloudy or red urine), glycosuria (dry mouth, increased urine output), photosensitivity, flush face (red face) and hives. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
erythema, dyspnoea, light headedness [shock, anaphylaxis]
fever, sore throat, bleeding tendency [blood disorder such as agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia]
fever, cough, dyspnoea [lung disorder such as interstitial pneumonitis, drug-induced pneumonia]
decreased urine output, swelling [kidney disorder such as acute renal failure, nephrotic syndrome]
loss of appetite, malaise, yellowing of the skin or eyes [liver disorder such as fulminant hepatitis, hepatitis]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
