Sulfazine Tablet

Question 1

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

Answer

Sulfazine 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 Sulfazine, 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 2

Is Sulfazine a steroid or a painkiller?

Answer

Sulfazine 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).

Question 3

Can Sulfazine affect my fertility?

Answer

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

Question 4

Does the use of Sulfazine for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?

Answer

Though it is uncommon, Sulfazine may affect your kidney function. Therefore, it is important that your kidney function remains normal before you start taking Sulfazine. If during treatment with Sulfazine your kidney functions become abnormal, you should consult your doctor.

Question 5

For how long do I need to take Sulfazine?

Answer

If you are able to tolerate Sulfazine which means the side effects do not bother you, then you have to continue Sulfazine till disease remains in remission.

Question 6

What is Sulfazine and what is it used for?

Answer

Sulfazine 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.

Question 7

Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Sulfazine therapy?

Answer

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.

Question 8

Can I take azathioprine along with Sulfazine?

Answer

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

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