Question 1

What is the use of Salazed 500 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Salazed 500 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 2

Are there any contraindications to use Salazed 500 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Salazed 500 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 3

Can Salazed 500 Tablet affect fertility in males?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Salazed 500 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 4

Is Salazed 500 Tablet safe to use in breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Salazed 500 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 5

Can Salazed 500 Tablet affect the blood count?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Salazed 500 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 6

Is Salazed 500 Tablet a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

No, Salazed 500 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 Salazed 500 Tablet.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

No, Salazed 500 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 8

Do I need a blood test while taking Salazed 500 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Salazed 500 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 9

How long will I be taking Salazed 500 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

Can Salazed 500 Tablet affect mental health?

Accepted Answer

Salazed 500 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 11

What are the side effects of Salazed 500 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Salazed 500 Tablet takes about 6 to 12 weeks to show the full effect. After using Salazed 500 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 Salazed 500 Tablet without first consulting your doctor.

Question 13

Does the use of Salazed 500 Tablet for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

Can I take azathioprine along with Salazed 500 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to avoid using azathioprine along with Salazed 500 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 Salazed 500 Tablet to avoid drug interactions.

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