Question 1

How long to take Saaz 500mg tablet?

Accepted Answer

The dose and duration of Saaz 500mg tablet will depend on the response to treatment. Follow your doctor's instructions and do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Question 2

Does Saaz 500mg tablet cause addiction?

Accepted Answer

No, Saaz 500mg tablet is not an addiction causing medicine. However, it should be used as per dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

Question 3

Can I stop taking Saaz 500mg tablet if I feel better?

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No, you should not stop taking Saaz 500mg tablet until advised by your doctor, even if you are feeling good. Please reach out to your doctor if you have any issues while taking this medicine.

Question 4

Is Saaz 500mg tablet effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Saaz 500mg tablet is effective if taken at dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow all the instructions carefully & do not miss any dose.

Question 5

Is Saaz a steroid?

Accepted Answer

No, it is not a steroid. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine.

Question 6

For how long do I need to take Saaz?

Accepted Answer

You should take it for as long as the doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Question 7

What are the side effects of Saaz 500 mg?

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Headache, dizziness, fever, nausea, stomach discomfort, cough etc. are a few common side effects of Saaz 500. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on their own. Also, it is not important that everyone experience the same.

Question 8

What is the use of Saaz 500?

Accepted Answer

Saaz 500mg tablet is used for the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s Disease (a medical condition that causes inflammation and ulcers in your digestive tract). It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (a condition that causes pain and swelling in the joints).

Question 9

Can I take Saaz 500 empty stomach?

Accepted Answer

You should take Saaz 500 with food or as advised by a doctor. It would be best to take it with meals to avoid stomach discomfort.

Question 10

What is the use of Saaz Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

Are there any contraindications to use Saaz Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Saaz Tablet 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 12

Can Saaz Tablet affect fertility in males?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Saaz Tablet 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 13

Is Saaz Tablet safe to use in breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Saaz Tablet 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 14

Can Saaz Tablet affect the blood count?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Saaz Tablet 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 15

Is Saaz Tablet a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

No, Saaz Tablet 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 Saaz Tablet .

Question 16

Can I take Saaz Tablet in more than the recommended dose to recover from symptoms quickly?

Accepted Answer

No, Saaz Tablet 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 17

Do I need a blood test while taking Saaz Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Saaz Tablet 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 18

How long will I be taking Saaz Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

Can Saaz Tablet affect mental health?

Accepted Answer

Saaz Tablet 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 20

What are the side effects of Saaz Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Saaz Tablet takes about 6 to 12 weeks to show the full effect. After using Saaz Tablet , 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 Saaz Tablet without first consulting your doctor.

Question 22

Does the use of Saaz Tablet for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

Can I take azathioprine along with Saaz Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 24

What is Saaz Tablet, and what is it used for?

Accepted Answer

Saaz Tablet 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 25

Is Saaz Tablet a steroid or a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

Saaz Tablet 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 26

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

Accepted Answer

Saaz Tablet 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 Saaz Tablet, 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 27

For how long do I need to take Saaz Tablet?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 28

Does the use of Saaz Tablet for the treatment of arthritis affect kidney function?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 29

Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Saaz Tablet 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 30

Can Saaz Tablet affect my fertility?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 31

Can I take azathioprine along with Saaz Tablet?

Accepted Answer

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

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