Dapsone Tablet 1000's

Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

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About Dapsone Tablet

Dapsone Tablet belongs to the class of anti-infectives used to treat leprosy (Hansen's disease), dermatitis herpetiformis (a skin problem) and Actinomycotic mycetoma (a fungal disease). Also, it is used in the prevention of malaria and pneumonia. Leprosy is an infectious disease that causes skin lesions and nerve damage.

Dapsone Tablet contains Dapsone which works by inhibiting the growth or killing bacteria or fungi that cause infection.

Take Dapsone Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to use Dapsone Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience haemolysis (destruction of red blood cells), tiredness, shortness of breath or a bluish tinge to the skin. Most of these side effects of Dapsone Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Dapsone, sulpha drugs or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before taking Dapsone Tablet . Dapsone Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may cause blood problems in nursing babies. If you get shortness of breath, weakness, back pain, tiredness, dark brown urine, fever, pale or yellow skin, stop using Dapsone Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of haemolytic anaemia (breakdown of red blood cells). This condition usually occurs in people with glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency using Dapsone Tablet .

Uses of Dapsone Tablet

Leprosy, Skin problems

Directions for Use

Take this medicine with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dapsone Tablet contains Dapsone (anti-infective) used to treat leprosy (Hansen's disease), dermatitis herpetiformis (a skin problem) and Actinomycotic mycetoma (a fungal disease). Dapsone works by inhibiting the growth or killing bacteria or fungi that cause infection. Also, Dapsone Tablet may be used in the prevention of malaria when used in combination with pyrimethamine and the prevention of pneumonia in immunodeficient patients, especially in AIDS patients.

Storage

Keep Dapsone Tablet out of reach and sight of children.

Side effects of Dapsone Tablet

Back Pain

Managing back pain as a side effect of medication requires a combination of self-care techniques, lifestyle modifications, and medical interventions. Here are the steps:

Talk to your doctor about your back pain and potential medication substitutes or dose changes.
Try yoga or Pilates and other mild stretching exercises to increase flexibility and strengthen your back muscles.
To lessen the tension on your back, sit and stand upright and maintain proper posture.
To alleviate discomfort and minimize inflammation, apply heat or cold packs to the afflicted area.
Under your doctor's supervision, think about taking over-the-counter painkillers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
Make ergonomic adjustments to your workspace and daily activities to reduce strain on your back.
To handle tension that could make back pain worse, try stress-reduction methods like deep breathing or meditation.
Use pillows and a supportive mattress to keep your spine in the right posture as you sleep.
Back discomfort can worsen by bending, twisting, and heavy lifting.
Speak with a physical therapist to create a customized training regimen to increase back strength and flexibility.

Leg Pain

Stay hydrated to prevent muscle cramps and spasms.
Apply heat therapy to relax muscles and improve blood flow.
Try massage therapy to enhance blood flow and promote healing.
Incorporate light stretching and exercises to strengthen muscles and improve circulation.
Maintain a healthy diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods like ginger, garlic, and turmeric.
Engage in regular exercise to strengthen leg muscles and prevent pain.

Stomach Pain

Drink water or other clear fluids.
To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

High Body Temperature

Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:

Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.

Pale Skin

Skin Rash

Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.

Unusual Tiredness

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Dapsone, sulpha drugs or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. You are recommended to consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before taking Dapsone Tablet . Dapsone Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may cause blood problems in nursing babies. If you get shortness of breath, weakness, back pain, tiredness, dark brown urine, fever, pale or yellow skin, stop using Dapsone Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of haemolytic anaemia (breakdown of red blood cells). This condition usually occurs in people with glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency using Dapsone Tablet . If you are about to take an oral typhoid vaccine, inform your doctor that you are taking Dapsone Tablet as it may not be effective.

Drug-Drug Interactions

DapsoneSaquinavir

Critical

DapsoneProcaine

Severe

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DapsoneSaquinavir

Critical

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Using saquinavir together with Dapsone Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapsone Tablet with Saquinavir is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medication without doctor's advice.

DapsoneProcaine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Taking Dapsone Tablet with Procaine can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia. (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to the cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Procaine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, a rapid heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

DapsoneCladribine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Using Cladribine together with Dapsone Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Cladribine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

DapsoneLansoprazole

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Taking Lansoprazole with Dapsone Tablet may decrease the level or effect of Dapsone Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Lansoprazole, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

DapsoneDeferiprone

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Using Deferiprone together with Dapsone Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Deferiprone, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, muscle aches, shortness of breath, and pain or burning during urination, contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

DapsoneLidocaine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Taking Dapsone Tablet with Lidocaine can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (a blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to the cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Lidocaine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

DapsoneLevobupivacaine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Taking Dapsone Tablet with Levobupivacaine can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (A condition in which the iron in the hemoglobin molecule is defective, making it unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Levobupivacaine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

DapsoneMepivacaine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Taking Dapsone Tablet with Mepivacaine can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia. (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to the cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Mepivacaine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

DapsoneSodium nitrite

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Using sodium nitrite together with Dapsone Tablet may increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (a blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to the cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Sodium nitrite, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

DapsoneClozapine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Dapsone Tablet Tablet:
Taking Dapsone Tablet with Clozapine may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone Tablet and Clozapine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, muscle aches, shortness of breath, and pain or burning during urination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Eat broccoli, spinach, spirulina and goji berries.
Include soy foods such as soy protein, soy milk and soy isolates as they are a good source of zinc.
Eat fish as it is the richest source of omega-3 fatty acids which prevents the skin from dryness.

Side Effects of Dapsone Tablet

Haemolysis (destruction of red blood cells)
Tiredness
Shortness of breath
Bluish tinge to the skin

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- INFECTIVES

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Author Details

Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:47 AM IST

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

How does Dapsone Tablet work?

Dapsone Tablet contains Dapsone, an anti-infective that works by inhibiting the growth or killing bacteria or fungi that cause infection.

Does Dapsone Tablet cause methemoglobinemia?

Dapsone Tablet may cause methemoglobinemia (a serious condition that occurs when the oxygen amount in the blood decreases severely) as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone using Dapsone Tablet to experience this side effect. However, if you notice a grey or blue appearance on your fingernails, lips or inside of your mouth, stop using Dapsone Tablet and consult a doctor immediately.

Does Dapsone Tablet affect sperm count?

Dapsone Tablet may reduce the sperm count or reduce the movement of the sperm, making it difficult to make your partner pregnant. However, if you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

Is Dapsone Tablet used to treat cold?

Dapsone Tablet is not effective against infections caused by viruses such as cold or flu. It is only used to kill bacteria or fungi. Therefore, you are recommended to consult a doctor if you have a cold or flu so that appropriate medication is prescribed.

Can I stop taking Dapsone Tablet on my own?

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Dapsone Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Dapsone Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Dapsone Tablet , please consult your doctor.

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Leprosy: Leprosy also known as Hansen's disease is an infectious disease that causes skin lesions and nerve damage. It mainly affects the eyes, skin, nose and peripheral nerves. The symptoms include red or light-coloured skin patches with reduced sensation, weakness and numbness in the feet and hands.

Dermatitis herpetiformis: It is a chronic (long-term) condition that causes itchy, blistering and burning skin rash as a result of gluten sensitivity. Gluten is found in common foods such as barley, rye and wheat. The rash and itching occur on the knees, elbows, buttocks, back, and scalp.