Who Can And Cannot Take Sulfasalazine

Who can take sulfasalazine

Most adults and children aged 2 years or over can take sulfasalazine.

Who may not be able to take sulfasalazine

Sulfasalazine is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to sulfasalazine or any other sulfonamides, aspirin, or any other salicylates such as methyl salicylate or choline salicylate
have ever had an allergic reaction to any other medicine
have a rare blood condition called porphyria
have any problems with your kidneys or liver
are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding
have a genetic condition called glucose-6-dehydrogenase deficiency
have ever had asthma
often get infections or have a condition that makes you more likely to get infections

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