What is Azulfidine
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When to interrupt dosage
The recommended dosage of Azulfidine is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, such as moderate Ulcerative colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Ulcerative Colitis. The dose varies, in regard to the administration technique (e.g. Tablet or Enema - Rectal) listed in the table below.Warnings
Azulfidine has seven contraindications and should not be taken while encountering any of the circumstances outlined in the following table.Azulfidine ContraindicationsAzulfidine Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Azulfidine?
Currently, 114 active trials are investigating the potential of Azulfidine to provide relief from Polyarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, chronic or unspecified, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease.Azulfidine Reviews: What are patients saying about Azulfidine?
Patient Q&A Section about azulfidine
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Is Azulfidine an immunosuppressant?
"The drug Azulfidine EN-tabs is used to treat moderate to severe ulcerative colitis.Azulfidine belongs to a different drug class than Imuran. Imuran is an immunosuppressive antimetabolite and Azulfidine is an anti-inflammatory agent and immunomodulatory agent."
Is Azulfidine a sulfa drug?
"Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) is a drug used to treat the symptoms of arthritis. It can also help prevent joint damage and reduce the risk of long-term disability."
Is Azulfidine a steroid?
"No, sulfasalazine is not a steroid. It is actually considered a "steroid-sparing" medication. "Steroid-sparing" medications aim to lower the amount of corticosteroids you need by treating your condition and symptoms."
What is Azulfidine used for?
"This medication is used to treat conditions such as ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. It works by reducing irritation and swelling in the intestines and by reducing joint pain, stiffness, and swelling."