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SSN - DS Tablet DR

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SSN - DS Tablet DR

Introduction to SSN - DS Tablet DR

Please take SSN DS Tablet DR with food in order to prevent an upset stomach It is important to take this medication regularly and at the same time each day to achieve the maximum benefit Even if you start feeling better continue taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the entire dose Drinking plenty of water while taking this medication can help prevent kidney problems such as kidney stones It is possible to experience common side effects when using this medicine including nausea headaches loss of appetite vomiting diarrhea weight loss and gastrointestinal discomfort If any of these side effects persist or worsen it is advisable to consult with your doctor They may be able to provide recommendations to reduce or prevent these symptoms Before taking this medicine it is important to ensure its safety for you Inform your doctor about any heart kidney or liver problems you may have as well as any other medications you are currently taking Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to monitor kidney and liver functions as well as your blood components Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking this medication

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Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Sazo therapy?

Your doctor will advise you 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.

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

Sazo 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, 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.

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Does the use of SSN for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?

Though it is uncommon, SSN may affect your kidney function. Therefore, it is important that your kidney function remains normal before you start taking SSN. If during treatment with SSN your kidney functions become abnormal, you should consult your doctor.

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Can I take azathioprine along with SSN?

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

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Is SSN a steroid or a painkiller?

SSN is neither a steroid nor a painkiller. It is an anti-inflammatory medicine. It is used to treat and manage ulcerative colitis and Crohns disease in which the intestines become inflamed (swelling of intestines). It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (painful joint disease).

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

SSN 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 SSN, 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.

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