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Chemical Name: SULFASALAZINE (sul-fa-SAL-a-zeen)
Azulfidine 500mg is a sulfonamide used to treat ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Azulfidine 500mg. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking methotrexate. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using Azulfidine 500mg. USE OF AZULFIDINE 500mg IN CHILDREN under 3 years old is not recommended. Please talk with your doctor about risks and benefits before giving Azulfidine 500mg to your child.
Follow the directions for using Azulfidine 500mg provided by your doctor. TAKE AZULFIDINE 500mg WITH FOOD and a full glass of water. DRINKING EXTRA FLUIDS while you are taking Azulfidine 500mg is recommended. Check with your doctor or nurse for instructions. SPACE YOUR DOSES EVENLY over each 24 hour period. If possible, try not to space any dose more than 8 hours from the next dose. STORE AZULFIDINE 500mg at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF AZULFIDINE 500mg, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
TELL YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC to sulfonamides (sulfa drugs) before taking Azulfidine 500mg. DO NOT TAKE AZULFIDINE 500mg IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to aspirin or any medicine containing aspirin. A severe reaction includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you have a question about whether you are allergic to Azulfidine 500mg, contact your doctor or pharmacist. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using Azulfidine 500mg. DRINKING EXTRA FLUIDS while you are taking Azulfidine 500mg is recommended. Check with your doctor or nurse for instructions. AZULFIDINE 500mg MAY CAUSE increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun or sunlamps until you know how you react to Azulfidine 500mg. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period. AZULFIDINE 500mg MAY CAUSE a harmless, yellow-orange discoloration of the urine or skin. IF YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing or tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately and before taking any more of Azulfidine 500mg. FOR WOMEN: AZULFIDINE 500mg IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Azulfidine 500mg.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea, mild abdominal discomfort or pain, mild diarrhea, loss of appetite, or vomiting. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Rarely, Azulfidine 500mg can cause serious, even fatal, side effects such as a severe peeling skin rash known as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, blood disorders (e.g., agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia), or liver damage. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience skin rash or blisters, unusual fatigue, persistent sore throat or fever, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, or abdominal pain. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience tightness of chest, difficulty breathing, severe headache, or itching. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, drowsiness, and seizures.
If your symptoms do not improve within a few weeks or if they become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT SHARE AZULFIDINE 500mg with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE AZULFIDINE 500mg for other health conditions. KEEP AZULFIDINE 500mg out of the reach of children. IF USING AZULFIDINE 500mg FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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