Sulfasalazine: how to take it safely
Salazopyrin
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow tablets whole with a full glass of water.
- You will need regular blood tests.
When to take it
Take it 2 to 4 times a day, after meals.
Take it with
After meals.
What to avoid
- Tell your doctor if you are allergic to sulfa drugs or aspirin.
- Stopping without advice.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems.
Possible side effects
Nausea, headache, loss of appetite, orange urine (harmless).
Get help if
Sore throat, fever, mouth ulcers, unusual bruising, yellow skin or eyes, or rash: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.