Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet
Rs.115for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Cronazar Tablet
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Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Cronazar 1000mg Tablet
Sulfasalazine(1000mg)
Cronazar tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, ankylosing spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis.
How cronazar tablet works
Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD). It works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocks the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling).
Common side effects of cronazar tablet
Diarrhea, Gastrointestinal discomfort, Headache, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Oligospermia (low sperm count), Vomiting
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Expert advice FOR Cronazar Tablet
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may take 6-8 weeks for Sulfasalazine to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Drink plenty of fluids while taking Sulfasalazine in order to avoid kidney problems such as kidney stones.
- It may cause a deficiency of folic acid. Take the supplements as suggested by the doctor.
- Do not take Sulfasalazine if you are allergic to sulfa drugs or aspirin.
- It may discolour your skin, urine, saliva and tears an orange/yellow colour. This is normal and not harmful.
- Regular blood tests to monitor your liver function, kidney function, and the levels of your blood components are required while taking this medicine.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Cronazar 1000mg Tablet
Sulfasalazine
Q. Is Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet a steroid or a painkiller?
Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine. It is used to treat and manage ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease in which the intestines become inflamed (swelling of intestines). It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (painful joint disease).
Q. What is Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called aminosalicylates. It is an anti-inflammatory disease and is used to treat bowel inflammation, diarrhea (stool frequency), rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain in patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. In rheumatoid arthritis, it helps prevent damage to the joints and works slowly to reduce swelling and stiffness in your joints.
Q. I have been prescribed Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in joints to be better?
Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet does not work right away. It takes about 6 to 12 weeks to deliver the full effect.You may start feeling better in 4 weeks after starting Cronazar DS 1000mg Tablet, but it can vary from person to person and some of the patients may notice improvement after 3 months. Consumption of medicine should not be stopped without consulting your doctor.