Selzotas
Composition for Selzotas Products
Selzotas Products are primarily used for
Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, Ankylosing spondylitisProducts for Selzotas
Selzotas 1000 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹142.31
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Selzotas 500 Tablet
strip of 15 tablets
MRP₹74.18
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About Selzotas Products
Uses of Selzotas Products
Sulfasalazine is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Selzotas Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Selzotas 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 Selzotas 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 Selzotas Products
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may take 6-8 weeks for Selzotas to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Drink plenty of fluids while taking Selzotas 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 Selzotas 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 Selzotas Products
Frequently asked questions about Selzotas Products
Q. What is Selzotas 1000 Tablet, and what is it used for?
Selzotas 1000 Tablet 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 Selzotas 1000 Tablet a steroid or a painkiller?
Selzotas 1000 Tablet 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 Selzotas 1000 Tablet for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in my joints to be better?
Selzotas 1000 Tablet 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 Selzotas 1000 Tablet, 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 Selzotas 1000 Tablet?
If you can tolerate Selzotas 1000 Tablet, which means the side effects do not bother you, then you have to continue Selzotas 1000 Tablet till the disease remains in remission. It is better to take Selzotas 1000 Tablet for the prescribed period.
Q. Does the use of Selzotas 1000 Tablet for the treatment of arthritis affect kidney function?
Though it is uncommon, Selzotas 1000 Tablet may affect your kidney function. Therefore, your kidney function must remain normal before you start taking Selzotas 1000 Tablet. If your kidney functions become abnormal during the treatment, consult your doctor.
Q. Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Selzotas 1000 Tablet 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 Selzotas 1000 Tablet affect my fertility?
Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These may disappear once the Selzotas 1000 Tablet is discontinued.
Q. Can I take azathioprine along with Selzotas 1000 Tablet?
You should avoid using Selzotas 1000 Tablet with azathioprine since there are chances of a decrease in blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect.