Question 1

What is Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR, and what is it used for?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR belongs to a group of medicines called anti-inflammatory agents. It is used to treat various inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and psoriatic arthritis.

Question 2

Is Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR a steroid or a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine. It is used to treat and manage ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, in which the intestines become inflamed (swelling of intestines). It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (painful joint disease).

Question 3

I have been prescribed Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in my joints to be better?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR does not work right away. It takes about 6 to 12 weeks to deliver the full effect. You may start feeling better in 4 weeks after starting Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR, but it can vary from person to person, and some of the patients may notice improvement after 3 months. Consumption of medicine should not be stopped without consulting your doctor.

Question 4

For how long do I need to take Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

If you can tolerate Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR, which means the side effects do not bother you, then you have to continue Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR till the disease remains in remission. It is better to take Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR for the prescribed period.

Question 5

Does the use of Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR for the treatment of arthritis affect kidney function?

Accepted Answer

Though it is uncommon, Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR may affect your kidney function. Therefore, your kidney function must remain normal before you start taking Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR. If your kidney functions become abnormal during the treatment, consult your doctor.

Question 6

Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR therapy?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor will advise blood tests to check your blood cell counts and your kidney function before starting your treatment and regularly during treatment. The tests should also be done to measure substances produced by your liver, known as enzymes (liver function tests), and urine for protein and blood before you start treatment and at regular intervals.

Question 7

Can Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR affect my fertility?

Accepted Answer

Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These may disappear once the Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR is discontinued.

Question 8

Can I take azathioprine along with Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

You should avoid using Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR with azathioprine since there are chances of a decrease in blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect.

Question 9

What is the use of Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR is used to treat bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease), skin-related problems (psoriasis), and chronic joint diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis).

Question 10

Are there any contraindications to use Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR is contraindicated in patients with intestinal or urinary obstruction, patients with porphyria (liver disorders), and patients hypersensitive to sulfasalazine, its metabolites, sulfonamides, or salicylates.

Question 11

Can Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR affect fertility in males?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR is said to affect fertility in males as it can cause a fall in sperm count. However, it is only affected by the time this medicine is taken.

Question 12

Is Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR safe to use in breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR is safe to use in breastfeeding. However, please inform your doctor if the baby is premature or is at risk of jaundice as this medicine might not be advised in such cases.

Question 13

Can Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR affect the blood count?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR can affect the blood count but it is rare. There is a decrease in the number of white blood cells (infection-fighting cells). In some cases, the bone marrow might completely stop producing a specific type of white blood cell, this condition is known as agranulocytosis. It occurs within two months of starting this medicine and might be accompanied by symptoms such as fever and rash. This condition resolves within one or two weeks after this medicine is discontinued.

Question 14

Is Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

No, Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ (DMARD) and not a painkiller. So, if you are taking a painkiller before starting this medicine, you can continue taking it along with Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR.

Question 15

Can I take Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR in more than the recommended dose to recover from symptoms quickly?

Accepted Answer

No, Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side-effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

Question 16

Do I need a blood test while taking Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR in rare cases may cause blood disorders so your doctor may ask you to have blood count, electrolytes, urea, creatinine, and liver function tests every 3 months for the first year and every 6 months next year onwards.

Question 17

How long will I be taking Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

If well tolerated you should take a prescribed dose of Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR while the disease remains in remission. Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Question 18

Can Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR affect mental health?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR may cause central nervous system adverse effects such as serious psychiatric problems including mania, depression, and psychosis, and these symptoms have been reported to occur only infrequently.

Question 19

What are the side effects of Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

The side effects of Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR include headache, nausea, indigestion and watery diaarhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Question 20

I have been prescribed Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in joints to be better?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR takes about 6 to 12 weeks to show the full effect. After using Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR, you might feel better in 4 weeks, although this can vary from person to person and some patients may notice improvement after 3 months. Do not stop taking Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR without first consulting your doctor.

Question 21

Does the use of Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?

Accepted Answer

Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR may affect the kidney function, although it is rare. Therefore, before using Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR, it is important that your kidney function remains normal. If your kidney functions become abnormal during treatment with Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR, please consult your doctor.

Question 22

Can I take azathioprine along with Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to avoid using azathioprine along with Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR as it may decrease blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Conisazz 500mg Tablet DR to avoid drug interactions.

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