Saaz DS Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Sulphasalazine 1000 mg Also Known As: Sulfasalazine
Manufacturer
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
SAAZ DS TABLET contains Sulfasalazine which belongs to the group of medicines called Aminosalicylates. It is used to manage inflammatory bowel disease such as Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Ulcerative Colitis is an inflammatory disease which affects only the large bowel (colon and back passage), the lining of the bowel becomes inflamed (red and swollen) and symptoms include abdominal pain and diarrhea (may have blood and mucus). Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory disease which affect any part of the digestive system from the mouth to the anus, most commonly affects the last part of the small bowel and the first part of the large bowel, symptoms include abdominal pain and diarrhea (may be bloody). It can also be used to manage rheumatoid arthritis (swelling, pain, stiffness of joints) Your doctor might want you to take certain blood, kidney and liver function tests during the management. Drink enough fluids during this management to avoid problems with kidney. Before taking SAAZ DS TABLET inform your doctor if you have porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder), jaundice, kidney, liver, blood problems, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, history of recurring chronic infection, asthma, arthritis. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SAAZ DS TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. The most common
Uses
OF SAAZ DS TABLETIt is used to manage: ulcerative colitis crohn’s disease rheumatoid arthritis
How It Works
SAAZ DS TABLET works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocks the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling).
Directions for Use
Take SAAZ DS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking SAAZ DS TABLET are indigestion, heartburn, nausea, dizziness and headache. Consult your doctor if side effects gets worse. USES OF SAAZ DS TABLETIt is used to manage: ulcerative colitis crohn’s disease rheumatoid arthritis HOW SAAZ DS TABLET WORKSSAAZ DS TABLET works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocks the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake SAAZ DS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF SAAZ DS TABLETCOMMON indigestion heartburn nausea dizziness headache changes in taste ringing in the ears cough itching of the skin purple discolorations on the skin joint pain protein in urine fever UNCOMMON depression shortness of breath abdominal pain diarrhea vomiting hair loss hives puffiness around the eyes and face RAREStop taking SAAZ DS TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: allergic reaction such as sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (affecting the whole body) jaundice severe skin rash that causes blistering (affects the mouth and tongue), life-threatening skin rashes (exfoliate dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) fever, pains in your joints, hives, swollen glands, rash and itching (signs of serum sickness) any unexplained bleeding bruising, fever, rash, pallor (paleness), severe sore throat or tiredness (signs of abnormality in blood) rash or fever or swollen gland may be a sign of DRESS (drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYInform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby before taking SAAZ DS TABLET. Your doctor will decide whether to take it or not. BREASTFEEDINGAvoid breastfeeding while taking SAAZ DS TABLET as there have been reports of diarrhea or blood in the stools of babies. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESSAAZ DS TABLET is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use machines. KIDNEYSAAZ DS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking. LIVERSAAZ DS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking. ALLERGYDo not take SAAZ DS TABLET if you are allergic to Sulfasalazine, salicylates (Ex. aspirin) or sulfonamides (type of antibiotic) or any other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSSAAZ DS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with asthma. Consult your doctor before taking. OTHERSSAAZ DS TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder) have jaundice Before taking SAAZ DS TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have blood disorders have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (an inherited condition) have a history of recurring chronic infections your child has arthritis Use in pediatrics: SAAZ DS TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking. Use in geriatrics: SAAZ DS TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking SAAZ DS TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicine for high blood sugar (Ex. metformin, glipizide) digoxin (to manage heart failure) folic acid or folate (Ex. Spina Bifida) to reduce risk of neural tube defect azathioprine and mercaptopurine (help to suppress your body’s immune response in organ transplantation and certain chronic inflammations (Ex. rheumatoid arthritis)) methotrexate (used to manage rheumatoid arthritis) methenamine (for managing urinary tract infections) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of SAAZ DS TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are nausea and vomiting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Sulfasalazine Pharmacological Category : Anti-inflammatory Therapeutic Indication : Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, Rheumatoid arthritis Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep SAAZ DS TABLET out of reach of children Store below 25°C
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Last Updated
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