Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's

Question 1

Are there any contraindications to use Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's is contraindicated in patients with intestinal or urinary obstruction, patients with porphyria (liver disorders), and patients hypersensitive to sulfasalazine, its metabolites, sulfonamides, or salicylates.

Question 2

Can Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's affect fertility in males?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's is said to affect fertility in males as it can cause a fall in sperm count. However, it is only affected by the time this medicine is taken.

Question 3

Is Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's safe to use in breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's is safe to use in breastfeeding. However, please inform your doctor if the baby is premature or is at risk of jaundice as this medicine might not be advised in such cases.

Question 4

Can Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's affect the blood count?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's can affect the blood count but it is rare. There is a decrease in the number of white blood cells (infection-fighting cells). In some cases, the bone marrow might completely stop producing a specific type of white blood cell, this condition is known as agranulocytosis. It occurs within two months of starting this medicine and might be accompanied by symptoms such as fever and rash. This condition resolves within one or two weeks after this medicine is discontinued.

Question 5

Is Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

No, Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug’ (DMARD) and not a painkiller. So, if you are taking a painkiller before starting this medicine, you can continue taking it along with Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's.

Question 6

Can I take Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's in more than the recommended dose to recover from symptoms quickly?

Accepted Answer

No, Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side-effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

Question 7

Do I need a blood test while taking Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's?

Accepted Answer

Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's in rare cases may cause blood disorders so your doctor may ask you to have blood count, electrolytes, urea, creatinine, and liver function tests every 3 months for the first year and every 6 months next year onwards.

Question 8

How long will I be taking Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's?

Accepted Answer

If well tolerated you should take a prescribed dose of Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's while the disease remains in remission. Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Question 9

Can Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's effect on mental health?

Accepted Answer

Sulfunol-500 Tablet 15's may cause central nervous system adverse effects such as serious psychiatric problems including mania, depression, and psychosis, and these symptoms have been reported to occur only infrequently.

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