Sulfasalazine

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sulfanilamide

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  • Sulfasalazine is also known as a disease modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) because it not only decreases the pain and swelling of arthritis but also may prevent damage to joints and reduce the risk of long term disability.
  • 193 Why is this medication prescribed? Sulfasalazine is used to treat bowel inflammation, diarrhea (stool frequency), rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain in patients with ulcerative colitis, a condition in which the bowel is inflamed.
  • Sulfasalazine is created by bonding a sulfa antibiotic called sulfapyridine to a salt of salicylic acid (aspirin).
  • Sulfasalazine is sometimes given with other medicines to treat inflammatory bowel disease.
  • sulfasalazinesulfasalazine Pronunciation:sull fa SAH la zeenBrand:Azulfidine, Azulfidine EN-tabsWhat is the most important information I should know about sulfasalazine? Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat, fever, pale skin, bruising, or yellow skin or eyes.
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