Sulfaven 500mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Biovenice Criticure
Salt Composition
Sulfasalazine (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Sulfaven 500mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat various inflammatory conditions of the joints (rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis), skin (psoriasis), and bowel (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Sulfaven 500mg Tablet 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. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problem with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to check your kidney and liver functions and blood components. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
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. Sulfaven 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Sulfaven 500mg Tablet 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.
Quick Tips
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. It may take 6-8 weeks for Sulfaven 500mg Tablet to work. Keep taking it as prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Sulfaven 500mg Tablet 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 Sulfaven 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to sulfa drugs or aspirin. It may discolour your skin, urine, saliva and tears an orange/yellow colour. This is normal and not harmful. Regular blood tests to monitor your liver function, kidney function, and the levels of your blood components are required while taking this medicine. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sulfaven 500mg Tablet a steroid or a painkiller?
Sulfaven 500mg Tablet is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine.
What is Sulfaven 500mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Sulfaven 500mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called aminosalicylates. It is an anti-inflammatory drug 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.
I have been prescribed Sulfaven 500mg Tablet for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in joints to be better?
Sulfaven 500mg Tablet does not work immediately. It takes about six to twelve weeks to deliver the full effect. You may start feeling better after four weeks, but it can vary from person to person. Some patients may notice improvement after three months.
For how long do I need to take Sulfaven 500mg Tablet?
If you tolerate Sulfaven 500mg Tablet without experiencing significant side effects, then you need to continue it until the disease remains in remission. It is best to follow your doctor's prescribed course of treatment.
Does the use of Sulfaven 500mg Tablet for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?
While rare, Sulfaven 500mg Tablet may affect kidney function. Therefore, it is crucial that your kidney function remains normal before starting Sulfaven 500mg Tablet. If during treatment, you experience abnormal kidney function, contact your doctor immediately.
Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Sulfaven 500mg Tablet therapy?
Your doctor will advise you for blood tests before and during treatment to check your blood cell counts, kidney function, liver enzymes (liver function tests), and urine for protein and blood. These tests will be done at regular intervals.
Can Sulfaven 500mg Tablet affect my fertility?
Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These may improve after stopping Sulfaven 500mg Tablet.
Can I take azathioprine along with Sulfaven 500mg Tablet?
Avoid using Sulfaven 500mg Tablet together with azathioprine. The combination can lead to a decreased blood cell count, which poses a serious side effect.
