SSN - DS Tablet DR
strip of 15.0 Tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Sulfasalazine (1000mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Rhumasafe Pharmaceutical |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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SSN - DS Tablet DR 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). SSN - DS 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 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.
SSN - DS 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).
Is the SSN-DS Tablet DR classified as a steroid or painkiller?
No, the SSN-DS Tablet DR is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat conditions such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and rheumatoid arthritis.
What is the SSN-DS Tablet DR, and what is it used for?
The SSN-DS Tablet DR belongs to a group of medicines called aminosalicylates. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine that helps treat bowel inflammation, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain in patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. In rheumatoid arthritis, it prevents damage to joints and reduces swelling and stiffness.
How long does it take for the SSN-DS Tablet DR to be effective in treating joint pain?
The SSN-DS Tablet DR takes about 6 to 12 weeks to deliver its full effect. Some people may start feeling better within 4 weeks, but this can vary from person to person.
How long should I take the SSN-DS Tablet DR for?
You should continue taking the SSN-DS Tablet DR until your disease remains in remission. It's essential to follow the prescribed treatment period.
Does taking the SSN-DS Tablet DR affect kidney function?
Although rare, the SSN-DS Tablet DR may impact kidney function. It's crucial that your kidney function is normal before starting treatment and to consult a doctor if any abnormalities occur during treatment.
Do I need blood tests while on SSN-DS Tablet DR therapy?
Your doctor will advise regular blood tests to check your blood cell counts, kidney function, liver enzymes, and urine for protein and blood before starting treatment and at intervals.
Can the SSN-DS Tablet DR affect fertility?
Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These issues may resolve once the SSN-DS Tablet DR is discontinued.
Can I take azathioprine with the SSN-DS Tablet DR?
You should avoid using the SSN-DS Tablet DR with azathioprine due to the risk of decreased blood cell count, a serious side effect.
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 - DS Tablet DR is to be taken with food.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may take 6-8 weeks for SSN - DS Tablet DR to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Drink plenty of fluids while taking SSN - DS 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 - DS Tablet DR 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.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with SSN - DS Tablet DR.
Breastfeed
SSN - DS Tablet DR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
SSN - DS Tablet DR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.