Sulseas 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Sulseas Tablet is used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease and is also used in treating rheumatoid arthritis. It contains sulfasalazine as its active ingredient. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.

You should have plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. You should complete the entire treatment with this medicine and not stop it mid-way on your own without first consulting your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting Sulseas Tablet.

Dosage

Overdose

Seek urgent medical help if you feel that you have taken too much of Sulseas medicine.

Missed a Dose

In case you’ve missed any dose of Sulseas Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Sulfasalazine in Sulseas Tablet works by preventing or blocking the body from producing certain substances that may cause inflammation.

Directions for Use

Sulseas Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Sulseas Tablet during pregnancy?

• If you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby, you should consult your doctor before starting Sulseas Tablet.
• Your doctor will only prescribe you this medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Sulseas Tablet while breastfeeding?

You should avoid breastfeeding while taking Sulseas Tablet, as Sulfasalazine passes into breast milk in small amount and there have been reports of diarrhoea or blood in the stools of breastfed babies.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Sulseas Tablet?

There is limited information about the effects of Sulseas Tablet on driving. However, since this medicine may cause dizziness, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Sulseas Tablet?

There is no known interaction with alcohol and Sulseas Tablet. It is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regular drinking.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have problems with your liver or kidney.
• You have a blood enzyme deficiency (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency).
• You had or have asthma.
• Your doctor may frequently ask you to get your blood and other tests like liver function test or urine test done to check your condition before and during treatment with this medicine.
• Sulseas Tablet is not recommended for use in children suffering from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to Sulfasalazine or any other ingredients of Sulseas Tablet.
• If you are allergic to other salicylates like aspirin or a type of antibiotic called sulfonamides like sulfamethizole, sulfadiazine, etc.
• If you are suffering from a rare condition called porphyria.
• Do not use this medicine in children less than 2 years old.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fever
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Indigestion
• Diarrhoea
• Heartburn
• Cough
• Itchy skin
• Joint pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Sulseas Tablet may interact with other medicines. Discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
• Concomitant use of Sulseas Tablet along with certain anti-diabetic medications like glipizide, metformin, pioglitazone may cause low blood sugar levels. Thus, it should be cautiously used.
• Concomitant use along with methotrexate (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis) may increase the risk of side effects like nausea.
• Other medicines like digoxin (used to treat heart failure), azathioprine, mercaptopurine (used in organ transplant) should be used with caution along with Sulseas Tablet.

Storage and disposal

Store Sulseas Tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat. Keep it away from children and pets. Do not use expired or damaged medicines. Discard unused medicine properly. Do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long should one take Sulseas Tablet?

The dose and duration of Sulseas Tablet will depend on the response to treatment. Follow your doctor's instructions and do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Is Sulseas Tablet a painkiller?

No, Sulseas Tablet is not a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine that works by reducing inflammation (swelling) inside the body.

Is Sulseas Tablet effective?

Yes, Sulseas Tablet is effective if taken at dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow all the instructions carefully. Do not miss any dose.

What are the side effects of Sulseas Tablet?

Headache, dizziness, fever, nausea, vomiting are a few side effects of Sulseas Tablet. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on your own. Also, it is not important that everyone experience the same.