This drug is effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease; It reduces inflammation and suppresses immunity
Sulfasalazine present active ingredient reduces inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandin and leukotriene and modulating cell activity.
It is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease in which the joints become inflamed, painful, stiff, and swollen due to an immune system attack.
Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These may disappear once Saaz is discontinued.
Though it is uncommon, Saaz may affect your kidney function. Therefore, it is important that your kidney function remains normal before you start taking Saaz. If during treatment with Saaz your kidney functions become abnormal, you should consult your doctor.
Saaz 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, 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.
Saaz belongs to a group of medicines called aminosalicylates. It is an anti-inflammatory disease and is used to treat bowel inflammation, diarrhea (stool frequency), rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain in patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. In rheumatoid arthritis, it helps prevent damage to the joints and works slowly to reduce swelling and stiffness in your joints.
Saaz is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine. It is used to treat and manage ulcerative colitis and Crohns disease in which the intestines become inflamed (swelling of intestines). It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (painful joint disease).
Your doctor will advise you 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.
You should avoid using Saaz with azathioprine since there are chances of decrease in blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect.
If you are able to tolerate Saaz which means the side effects do not bother you, then you have to continue Saaz till disease remains in remission.
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Create ABHAIt is advised to periodically assess the liver when using sulfasalazine.
Steer clear of it or use it sparingly as it may raise your risk of liver damage.
Use with caution; seek advice from a healthcare professional if you are pregnant.
Exercise caution when operating machinery or driving since sulfasalazine may produce dizziness or sleepiness.
It is advised to periodically assess the kidney when using sulfasalazine.