Salamax
Composition for Salamax Products
Salamax Products are primarily used for
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, Ankylosing spondylitisProducts for Salamax
Salamax Tablet DR
strip of 15 Tablet DR
MRP₹182.81
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About Salamax Products
Uses of Salamax Products
Sulfasalazine is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Salamax Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Salamax are Headache, Nausea, Oligospermia (low sperm count), Vomiting, Decreased appetite, Decreased white blood cell count, Dizziness, Fever, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Itching, Joint pain, Photosensitivity, Protein in urine, Rash, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Taste change, Dyspepsia.
How Salamax Products work
Sulfasalazine 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).
In Depth Information for Salamax Products
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may take 6-8 weeks for Salamax to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Drink plenty of fluids while taking Salamax 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 Salamax 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.
Patient Concerns about Salamax Products
Frequently asked questions about Salamax Products
Q. What is Salamax Tablet DR, and what is it used for?
Salamax Tablet DR belongs to a group of medicines called anti-inflammatory agents. It is used to treat various inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and psoriatic arthritis.
Q. Is Salamax Tablet DR a steroid or a painkiller?
Salamax Tablet DR is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine. It is used to treat and manage ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, in which the intestines become inflamed (swelling of intestines). It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (painful joint disease).
Q. I have been prescribed Salamax Tablet DR for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in my joints to be better?
Salamax Tablet DR does not work right away. It takes about 6 to 12 weeks to deliver the full effect. You may start feeling better in 4 weeks after starting Salamax Tablet DR, but it can vary from person to person, and some of the patients may notice improvement after 3 months. Consumption of medicine should not be stopped without consulting your doctor.
Q. For how long do I need to take Salamax Tablet DR?
If you can tolerate Salamax Tablet DR, which means the side effects do not bother you, then you have to continue Salamax Tablet DR till the disease remains in remission. It is better to take Salamax Tablet DR for the prescribed period.
Q. Does the use of Salamax Tablet DR for the treatment of arthritis affect kidney function?
Though it is uncommon, Salamax Tablet DR may affect your kidney function. Therefore, your kidney function must remain normal before you start taking Salamax Tablet DR. If your kidney functions become abnormal during the treatment, consult your doctor.
Q. Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Salamax Tablet DR therapy?
Your doctor will advise blood tests to check your blood cell counts and your kidney function before starting your treatment and regularly during treatment. The tests should also be done to measure substances produced by your liver, known as enzymes (liver function tests), and urine for protein and blood before you start treatment and at regular intervals.
Q. Can Salamax Tablet DR affect my fertility?
Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These may disappear once the Salamax Tablet DR is discontinued.
Q. Can I take azathioprine along with Salamax Tablet DR?
You should avoid using Salamax Tablet DR with azathioprine since there are chances of a decrease in blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect.