Question 1

What is SazO 1000mg Tablet, and what is it used for?

Accepted Answer

SazO 1000mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-inflammatory agents. It is used to treat various inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and psoriatic arthritis.

Question 2

Is SazO 1000mg Tablet a steroid or a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

SazO 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).

Question 3

I have been prescribed SazO 1000mg Tablet for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in my joints to be better?

Accepted Answer

SazO 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 SazO 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.

Question 4

For how long do I need to take SazO 1000mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

If you can tolerate SazO 1000mg Tablet, which means the side effects do not bother you, then you have to continue SazO 1000mg Tablet till the disease remains in remission. It is better to take SazO 1000mg Tablet for the prescribed period.

Question 5

Does the use of SazO 1000mg Tablet for the treatment of arthritis affect kidney function?

Accepted Answer

Though it is uncommon, SazO 1000mg Tablet may affect your kidney function. Therefore, your kidney function must remain normal before you start taking SazO 1000mg Tablet. If your kidney functions become abnormal during the treatment, consult your doctor.

Question 6

Do I need to get any blood tests done while on SazO 1000mg Tablet therapy?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor will advise blood tests to check your blood cell counts and your kidney function before starting your treatment and regularly during treatment. The tests should also be done to measure substances produced by your liver, known as enzymes (liver function tests), and urine for protein and blood before you start treatment and at regular intervals.

Question 7

Can SazO 1000mg Tablet affect my fertility?

Accepted Answer

Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These may disappear once the SazO 1000mg Tablet is discontinued.

Question 8

Can I take azathioprine along with SazO 1000mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You should avoid using SazO 1000mg Tablet with azathioprine since there are chances of a decrease in blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect.

Question 9

How long should one take Sazo Tablet?

Accepted Answer

The dose and duration of Sazo Tablet will depend on the response to treatment. Follow your doctor's instructions and do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Question 10

Is Sazo Tablet a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

No, Sazo Tablet is not a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine that works by reducing inflammation (swelling) inside the body.

Question 11

Is Sazo Tablet effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sazo Tablet is effective if taken at dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow all the instructions carefully. Do not miss any dose.

Question 12

What are the side effects of Sazo Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Headache, dizziness, fever, nausea, vomiting are a few side effects of Sazo Tablet. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on your own. Also, it is not important that everyone experience the same.

Question 13

What is the use of Sazo 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Sazo 1000 Tablet is used to treat bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease), skin-related problems (psoriasis), and chronic joint diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis).

Question 14

Are there any contraindications to use Sazo 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sazo 1000 Tablet 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 15

Can Sazo 1000 Tablet affect fertility in males?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sazo 1000 Tablet 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 16

Is Sazo 1000 Tablet safe to use in breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sazo 1000 Tablet 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 17

Can Sazo 1000 Tablet affect the blood count?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sazo 1000 Tablet 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 18

Is Sazo 1000 Tablet a painkiller?

Accepted Answer

No, Sazo 1000 Tablet is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ (DMARD) and not a painkiller. So, if you are taking a painkiller before starting this medicine, you can continue taking it along with Sazo 1000 Tablet .

Question 19

Can I take Sazo 1000 Tablet in more than the recommended dose to recover from symptoms quickly?

Accepted Answer

No, Sazo 1000 Tablet 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 20

Do I need a blood test while taking Sazo 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Sazo 1000 Tablet 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 21

How long will I be taking Sazo 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

If well tolerated you should take a prescribed dose of Sazo 1000 Tablet while the disease remains in remission. Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Question 22

Can Sazo 1000 Tablet affect mental health?

Accepted Answer

Sazo 1000 Tablet 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.

Question 23

What are the side effects of Sazo 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

The side effects of Sazo 1000 Tablet include headache, nausea, indigestion and watery diaarhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Question 24

I have been prescribed Sazo 1000 Tablet for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in joints to be better?

Accepted Answer

Sazo 1000 Tablet takes about 6 to 12 weeks to show the full effect. After using Sazo 1000 Tablet , you might feel better in 4 weeks, although this can vary from person to person and some patients may notice improvement after 3 months. Do not stop taking Sazo 1000 Tablet without first consulting your doctor.

Question 25

Does the use of Sazo 1000 Tablet for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?

Accepted Answer

Sazo 1000 Tablet may affect the kidney function, although it is rare. Therefore, before using Sazo 1000 Tablet , it is important that your kidney function remains normal. If your kidney functions become abnormal during treatment with Sazo 1000 Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Question 26

Can I take azathioprine along with Sazo 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to avoid using azathioprine along with Sazo 1000 Tablet as it may decrease blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Sazo 1000 Tablet to avoid drug interactions.

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