SSN 500 Tablet DR
Manufacturer
Rhumasafe Pharmaceutical
Salt Composition
Sulfasalazine (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
SSN 500 Tablet DR is a medicine used to treat various inflammatory conditions of the joints, skin, and bowel.
Dosage Form
Tablet DR
Introduction
SSN 500 Tablet DR is to be taken with food. This will help you prevent an upset stomach. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Keep taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better. Taking it with plenty of water can help you avoid kidney problems such as kidney stones. Using this medicine may cause some common side effects such as nausea, headache, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, and gastrointestinal discomfort. You should consult with your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
Directions for Use
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. SSN 500 Tablet DR is to be taken with food.
How it works
SSN 500 Tablet DR is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD). It works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocks the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling).
Quick Tips
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. It may take 6-8 weeks for SSN 500 Tablet DR to work. Keep taking it as prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids while taking SSN 500 Tablet DR in order to avoid kidney problems such as kidney stones. It may cause a deficiency of folic acid. Take the supplements as suggested by the doctor. Do not take SSN 500 Tablet DR if you are allergic to sulfa drugs or aspirin.
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Frequently asked questions
What is SSN 500 Tablet DR and what is it used for?
SSN 500 Tablet DR belongs to a group of medicines called aminosalicylates. It is an anti-inflammatory medication used to treat bowel inflammation, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain in patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. In rheumatoid arthritis, it helps prevent joint damage and reduces swelling and stiffness.
I have been prescribed SSN 500 Tablet DR for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in joints to be better?
SSN 500 Tablet DR does not work immediately. It may take about 6-12 weeks to deliver its full effect, with some patients noticing improvement within 4 weeks and others taking up to 3 months.
For how long do I need to take SSN 500 Tablet DR?
Continue taking SSN 500 Tablet DR for the prescribed period if you can tolerate it without severe side effects. This will help maintain remission of your disease.
Does the use of SSN 500 Tablet DR for arthritis treatment affect kidney function?
Though rare, SSN 500 Tablet DR may impact kidney function. It's essential to have normal kidney function before starting treatment and monitor it regularly during therapy.
Do I need to get any blood tests done while on SSN 500 Tablet DR therapy?
Your doctor will recommend blood tests to check your blood cell counts, kidney function, liver enzymes, and urine for protein and blood before starting treatment and at regular intervals.
Can SSN 500 Tablet DR affect my fertility?
Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males, but these issues may resolve once the medication is discontinued.
Can I take azathioprine along with SSN 500 Tablet DR?
It's recommended to avoid using SSN 500 Tablet DR with azathioprine due to the risk of decreased blood cell count, a serious side effect.
