Sulfasalazine
Indications
- Treatment of acute attack of mild to moderate and severe ulcerative colitis, Active Crohn's disease
- Maintenance of remission of mild to moderate and severe ulcerative colitis
- Active rheumatoid arthritis (administered on expert advice)
Drug Interactions
5 drug interactions identified for Sulfasalazine. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
Acute porphyrias ; G6PD deficiency; history of allergy; history of asthma; maintain adequate fluid intake; risk of haematological toxicity; risk of hepatic toxicity; slow acetylator status...
Side Effects
aminosalicylates Common or very common Arthralgia; cough; diarrhoea; dizziness; fever; gastrointestinal discomfort; headache; leucopenia; myalgia; nausea; proteinuria; skin reactions; vomiting Uncommo...
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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset
Last reviewed: 2026
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