What is pyralin en used for?
Pyralin EN is used to treat and manage ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease which are inflammatory bowel diseases. Pyralin EN is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis which is a painful joint disease. Pyralin EN helps prevent damage to your joints.
Does sulfasalazine have side effects?
Stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, dizziness, or unusual tiredness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This medication may cause your skin and urine to turn orange-yellow.
Is pyralin the same as Salazopyrin?
Sulfasalazine (brand names Pyralin EN, Salazopyrin EN) is a medicine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. It can also be used to treat other diseases such as psoriatic arthritis, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
Is pyralin an antibiotic?
It is a combination of an aspirin-like anti- inflammatory component and a sulphur antibiotic-like component. It is not clear how sulfasalazine works. It appears to have anti-inflammatory effects and to reduce the activity of the immune system.
What are the side effects of too many pyralin en tablets?
The symptoms of taking too many Pyralin EN tablets may include stomach discomfort and other effects listed under the heading “Side effects” in this leaflet. Advise your doctor immediately if you notice any unusual symptoms. Drink plenty of fluids while on Pyralin EN.
How to know if you have an allergic reaction to pyralin?
wheezing or difficulty breathing. swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body. rash, itching or hives on the skin. If you are not sure if you have or have had an allergic reaction to Pyralin EN, check with your doctor.
What do you need to know about pyralin en?
Your doctor will send you to have blood tests to help assess your liver and kidney function and the levels of various cells in your bloodstream before you start treatment with Pyralin EN. You may also have a urine test to monitor your kidney function.
How much Sulfasalazine is in pyralin en tablets?
Pyralin EN tablets contain 500 mg sulfasalazine per tablet. It also contains also contain silica, magnesium stearate, maize starch, cellacephate, propylene glycol, white beeswax, carnauba wax, glyceryl monostearate, macrogol 20000 and talc.
