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SSN is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of SSN depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
SSN is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of SSN safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking SSN. If you are pregnant, do not take SSN without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of SSN safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking SSN. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of SSN on the Kidneys?
SSN may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of SSN on the Liver?
Effects of SSN on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of SSN on the Heart?
SSN may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
SSN should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take SSN unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this SSN habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of SSN has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
SSN will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
SSN should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking SSN for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and SSN
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking SSN together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and SSN
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking SSN with alcohol.
Yes, SSN is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
SSN is a brand name of sulfasalazine and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as anti-inflammatory drugs and disease modifying anti-rheumatoid drugs (DMARDs). It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of ulcerative colitis and for the prolongation of remission periods. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis due to its immunomodulatory properties. It is prescribed off-label for the treatment of Crohn's disease.
No, SSN is not a steroid. It contains sulfasalazine which belongs to the class of drug known as disease modifying anti-rheumatoid drugs (DMARDs) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
Yes, SSN might cause anemia. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind anemia is not known. If you are experiencing paleness of the skin, fever, weakness, and dizziness which are symptoms of anemia after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
Yes, you can take SSN and naproxen together only on your doctor's advice because taking these drugs at the same time might affect your kidney functions.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1155
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 211
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Azulfidine® (sulfasalazine)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Salazopyrin® (sulfasalazine)
