Dapsone Information

Dapsone is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Leprosy. Dapsone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Dapsone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Dapsone also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Itchy Rash, Fever. Some other side effects of Dapsone have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dapsone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Dapsone's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Dapsone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dapsone related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Dapsone are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Dapsone with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Dapsone, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Dapsone Benefits & Uses
Dapsone Dosage & How to Take
Dapsone Side Effects
Dapsone Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dapsone with Other Drugs
Dapsone Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dapsone
Dapsone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dapsone Benefits & Uses

Dapsone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Leprosy

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Dermatitis Herpetiformis

Dapsone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 months Special Instructions: Given in combination with clofazimine and rifampin
Geriatric	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 months Special Instructions: Given in combination with clofazimine and rifampin
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 months Special Instructions: Given in combination with clofazimine and rifampin
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 months Special Instructions: Given in combination with clofazimine and rifampin

Dapsone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dapsone is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Headache
Dry Skin
Cough
Sinus inflammation

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Itchy Rash
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Unknown

Sensitive to light
Insomnia
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Dapsone Related Warnings

Is the use of Dapsone safe for pregnant women?

Dapsone can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dapsone, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Dapsone safe during breastfeeding?

Dapsone should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Dapsone on the Kidneys?

Dapsone is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dapsone on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Dapsone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dapsone on the Heart?

Dapsone is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Dapsone with Other Drugs

Dapsone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Carbamazepine

Paracetamol

Paracetamol,Codeine

Dapsone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dapsone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Anemia
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Dapsone

Is this Dapsone habit forming or addictive?

Dapsone does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Dapsone since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dapsone only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Dapsone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dapsone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dapsone

It is safe to take Dapsone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dapsone

Information about the interaction of Dapsone and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 780-781

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aczone® (dapsone)

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