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Sulfasalazine - Overview

Sulfasalazine is a medication used in treating symptoms related to ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. People who need a sulfasalazine medication prescription, including sulfasalazine 500 mg, can utilize Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe sulfasalazine when appropriate to do so.

Sulfasalazine - Mechanism of Action

What is sulfasalazine used for? Sulfasalazine prescription medication, marketed under the brand name Azulfidine, is a medication used for several clinical conditions, including managing symptoms related to ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. Sulfasalazine is broken down into the metabolites 5-aminosalicylic acid (5 ASA) and sulfapyridine (SP) and all are theorized to have some activity in the body. The mechanism of action through which sulfasalazine and its metabolites exert their effects is not fully understood but likely involves suppression of the inflammatory and immune responses.

Sulfasalazine - Dosage and Price

Following oral administration, sulfasalazine medication is poorly absorbed (thought to be less than 15%). Peak sulfasalazine concentrations should be reached within 12 hours in most healthy people. The majority of the metabolites of sulfasalazine are bound to proteins in the plasma. The plasma half-life of sulfasalazine is under 15 hours in most people and elimination occurs in both the feces and the urine. Generic sulfasalazine is considered an affordable medication, costing under 15 cents per sulfasalazine 500 mg tablet at many pharmacies in the United States. Sulfasalazine coupons may be available online or through the manufacturer. Some insurance plans may also cover costs associated with a sulfasalazine medication prescription, depending on the coverage.

Can I Buy Sulfasalazine Online?

Sulfasalazine requires a prescription before it can be dispensed by a pharmacy in the United States. Because of this, sulfasalazine OTC is not available and one cannot just buy sulfasalazine online. The first step to getting sulfasalazine medication is consulting a medical provider. People who need a sulfasalazine prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe sulfasalazine medication, including sulfasalazine 500 mg tablets or pills, when appropriate to do so.

Sulfasalazine - Side Effects

Before using sulfasalazine prescription medication, it is important to discuss questions and concerns about side effects associated with sulfasalazine use with a pharmacist and medical provider. Side effects that can result from sulfasalazine medication use include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, anemia, itching, fever and sperm changes. Sulfasalazine should not be used by people with porphyria or people with intestinal or urinary obstruction. Side effects from sulfasalazine medication use may be dose dependent. Sulfasalazine and alcohol should not be used together. People who have a known hypersensitivity to sulfasalazine should not use the medication.

More Sulfasalazine Information

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