Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Composition of Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet contains Sulfasalazine (500mg). It belongs to the Gut protective / probiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis Treatment of Psoriatic arthritis Treatment of Ulcerative colitis Treatment of Crohn’s disease Treatment of Ankylosing spondylitis

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis In individuals with rheumatoid arthritis
• Sulfalet 500mg Tablet helps slow joint damage and reduce pain and swelling. It also helps improve mobility and makes daily activities easier by decreasing joint inflammation. In Treatment of Psoriatic arthritis Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects some individuals with psoriasis
• causing joint pain
• swelling
• and stiffness alongside skin symptoms. Sulfalet 500mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce joint pain
• swelling
• and stiffness. This medicine can also slow down the progression of joint damage associated with PsA. Additionally
• it can help improve skin symptoms in individuals with both psoriasis and arthritis. In Treatment of Ulcerative colitis Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding
• frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should drink plenty of fluids while taking on treatment with this medicine to make sure you stay hydrated. In Treatment of Crohn’s disease Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects the digestive tract. Sulfalet 500mg Tablet helps reduce inflammation in the digestive tract
• which can relieve symptoms of Crohn’s disease like diarrhea
• stomach pain
• and fatigue. Controlling inflammation also helps prevent flare-ups and improve overall gut health. In Treatment of Ankylosing spondylitis Ankylosing spondylitis is a rare type of arthritis that affects the spine or larger joints. It usually starts in your lower back and can spread up to your neck or damage joints in other parts of your body. Sulfalet 500mg Tablet helps reduce pain
• stiffness and swelling in your spine and joints. It helps improve flexibility and prevents disease progression. This will help you lead a better and active life. Show More

How Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet works

Sulfalet 500mg Tablet is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD). It works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocking the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling).

How to take Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sulfalet 500mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Sulfalet 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause bloating and loose motions. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Sulfalet are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Loose motions with high fever, blood in the stool or severe abdominal pain need a doctor, not a home remedy. Oral rehydration salts and fluids matter more than any medicine when you have loose motions — dehydration is the real danger, especially in children and older people. Take a probiotic a couple of hours apart from an antibiotic so the antibiotic does not simply kill it. Do not use an anti-motility medicine such as loperamide if you have a fever or blood in the stool.

Do not take Sulfalet if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Probiotics are used with caution in people whose immune system is significantly suppressed.

Interactions with other medicines

Antibiotics reduce the effect of probiotics taken at the same time.

How to store Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Some probiotic preparations ask to be refrigerated — follow the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Sulfalet 500 mg Tablet

Sulfalet 500mg Tablet may take 6-8 weeks to show effects. Continue taking it as prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Sulfalet 500mg Tablet to help prevent kidney issues, including kidney stones. Do not take Sulfalet 500mg Tablet if you have an allergy to sulfa drugs or aspirin. Sulfalet 500mg Tablet may cause your skin, urine, saliva, and tears to appear orange or yellow in color. This is normal and not harmful. Regular blood tests are necessary while taking this medicine to monitor liver function, kidney function, and blood component levels. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BRINTON PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Drug class:

Gut protective / probiotic

Chemical class:

Azobenzenes