Azulfidine (sulfasalazine) is predominantly used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease, though less commonly patients may buy Azulfidine for use in related conditions. It can be used in all ages but use in children under age 6 is rare, and in children under age 2 exceedingly rare. All children will require modified dosing.

This product is in the disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) class of medications. How it provides benefit isn't clear, but it is thought to provide immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory effects.

Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis

Azulfidine is one of the first-line treatments for rheumatoid arthritis in many parts of the world. It not only reduces the severe effects of an active episode, it can also lengthen remission periods. In other words, the majority of patients buy Azulfidine to help rheumatoid arthritis.

Dosage will differ depending on if a patient is treating an active or remission phase, and may also be adjusted according to other individual variables.

In adults treatment for active rheumatoid arthritis is:

• The standard dose is 2 to 3 grams (2000 to 3000 mg) per day.
• Patients may be started on lower doses of 500 mg to 1 gram (1000 mg) per day for 5 to 7 days before dosage is increased.
• Total daily doses should be divided into smaller doses taken at even intervals throughout the day.

And in remission:

• The standard dose is 500 mg to 1 gram (1000 mg) per day.
• Total daily doses should be divided into smaller doses taken at even intervals throughout the day.

Some patients notice rapid improvements if in an active phase, with benefit felt after the first few doses. Others will need wait a week or two for significant benefit.

Azulfidine is usually taken long term, assuming the patient tolerates it well. Most patients do tolerate it well, but those who experience disruptive side effects should talk with a doctor about alternative treatments.

Treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease

The second-most common reason patients buy Azulfidine is to treat inflammatory bowel disease, namely Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, though possibly others as well.

Dosage in these cases is typically a bit higher than for rheumatoid arthritis, though again there is some variation in dosing.

In adults treatment for an active phase is typically:

• The standard dose is 3 to 4 grams (3000 to 4000 mg) per day.
• Patients may be started on lower doses of 1 to 2 grams (1000 to 2000 mg) per day for 5 to 7 days before dosage is increased.
• Total daily doses should be divided into smaller doses taken at even intervals throughout the day.

And in remission:

• The standard dose is 2 grams (2000 mg) per day.
• Total daily doses should be divided into smaller doses taken at even intervals throughout the day.

Noticeable improvements can be more variable with inflammatory bowel disease; while some patients notice improvements shortly after starting treatment, it may take several weeks for others.

Treatment is also typically long term for inflammatory bowel disease. While patients should stay in remission longer than without Azulfidine, active phases will likely still be experienced on occasion. If an active phase occurs, dosage should be increased to active phase dosing until remission is once again attained.

Adverse Reactions

Anyone who buys Azulfidine should be alert for adverse reactions, which do affect about 25 percent of patients, sometimes so severely that treatment ends. For the most part these are gastrointestinal, including:

• Stomach discomfort
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Appetite loss
• Dizziness
• Fatigue

If the above occur, taking tablets on a full stomach may help. Reducing dosage for a week or so can also help. In other cases, nothing helps; these patients would do best to seek alternative treatments.

Some individuals may also experience more rare side effects:

• Photosensitivity
• Allergic reaction
• Lowered white blood cell counts
• Anemia
• Liver failure
• Kidney failure
• Pancreatitis

The above, with the exception of photosensitivity and allergic reaction, can be next to impossible for a patient to detect until damage is severe. Regular doctor checkups can monitor for these, catching them early. If they are detected, treatment will likely end.

Men who buy Azulfidine may experience reduced sperm count, which can be so severe as to render a man temporarily infertile. This side effect is completely reversible if treatment ends, however.

Patients who buy Azulfidine should be aware that many other medications can interact with it, including over-the-counter varieties. Consequences of these interactions can be severe. Always double-check safety with a doctor prior to taking other medications with Azulfidine.

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