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Sazo 1000 Tablet DR
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Product introduction
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is a medicine used to treat various inflammatory conditions of the joints (rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis), skin (psoriasis), and bowel (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease).
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is to be taken with food. This will help you prevent an upset stomach. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Keep taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better. Taking it with plenty of water can help you avoid kidney problems such as kidney stones.
Using this medicine may cause some common side effects such as nausea, headache, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and gastrointestinal discomfort. You should consult with your doctor if any of these side effects do resolve with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problem with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to check your kidney and liver functions, and blood components. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is to be taken with food. This will help you prevent an upset stomach. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Keep taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better. Taking it with plenty of water can help you avoid kidney problems such as kidney stones.
Using this medicine may cause some common side effects such as nausea, headache, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and gastrointestinal discomfort. You should consult with your doctor if any of these side effects do resolve with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problem with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to check your kidney and liver functions, and blood components. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
Uses of Sazo Tablet DR
Benefits of Sazo Tablet DR
In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR helps treat inflammation, pain and swelling in rheumatoid arthritis by decreasing the immune system response of the patient. It is given in the dose and frequency that suits your condition. This will be decided by the doctor. You must follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if you have any bothersome side effects after taking this medicine.
In Treatment of Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should drink plenty of fluids while taking on treatment with this medicine to make sure you stay hydrated.
In Treatment of Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines. The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen. Sazo 1000 Tablet DR helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back.
In Treatment of Ankylosing spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis is a rare type of arthritis that affects the spine or larger joints. It usually starts in your lower back and can spread up to your neck or damage joints in other parts of your body. Sazo 1000 Tablet DR helps reduce pain, stiffness and swelling in your spine and joints. It helps improve flexibility and prevents disease progression. This will help you lead a better and active life.
Side effects of Sazo Tablet DR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Sazo
- Diarrhea
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Oligospermia (low sperm count)
- Vomiting
- Weight loss
How to use Sazo Tablet DR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is to be taken with food.
How Sazo Tablet DR works
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is a Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drug (DMARD). It works by suppressing the overactivity of the immune system in autoimmune diseases and blocks the chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sazo 1000 Tablet DR.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sazo 1000 Tablet DR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
UNSAFE
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Sazo Tablet DR?
If you miss a dose of Sazo 1000 Tablet DR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may take 6-8 weeks for Sazo 1000 Tablet DR to work. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Drink plenty of fluids while taking Sazo 1000 Tablet DR in order to avoid kidney problems such as kidney stones.
- It may cause a deficiency of folic acid. Take the supplements as suggested by the doctor.
- Do not take Sazo 1000 Tablet DR if you are allergic to sulfa drugs or aspirin.
- It may discolour your skin, urine, saliva and tears an orange/yellow colour. This is normal and not harmful.
- Regular blood tests to monitor your liver function, kidney function, and the levels of your blood components are required while taking this medicine.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drugs (DMARDs)- Non biologics
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Sazo 1000 Tablet DR
Twice A Day
65%
Once A Day
25%
Thrice A Day
10%
What are you using Sazo Tablet DR for?
Rheumatoid ar*
48%
Ankylosing sp*
29%
Ulcerative co*
13%
Others
5%
Crohn’s disea*
5%
*Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease
How much was the improvement?
Average
50%
Excellent
33%
Poor
17%
What were the side-effects while using Sazo 1000 Tablet DR?
Headache
22%
No Side Effec*
22%
Loss of appet*
11%
Increased bod*
8%
Nausea
8%
*No Side Effect, Loss of appetite, Increased body temperature
How do you take Sazo Tablet DR?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Sazo 1000 Tablet DR on price
Average
40%
Expensive
32%
Not Expensive
28%
FAQs
Is Sazo 1000 Tablet DR a steroid or a painkiller?
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR 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).
What is Sazo 1000 Tablet DR and what is it used for?
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR belongs to a group of medicines called aminosalicylates. It is an anti-inflammatory disease and is used to treat bowel inflammation, diarrhea (stool frequency), rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain in patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. In rheumatoid arthritis, it helps prevent damage to the joints and works slowly to reduce swelling and stiffness in your joints.
I have been prescribed Sazo 1000 Tablet DR for rheumatoid arthritis. When can I expect the pain in joints to be better?
Sazo 1000 Tablet DR 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 1000 Tablet DR, 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.
For how long do I need to take Sazo 1000 Tablet DR?
If you are able to tolerate Sazo 1000 Tablet DR which means the side effects do not bother you, then you have to continue Sazo 1000 Tablet DR till the disease remains in remission. It is better to take Sazo 1000 Tablet DR for the prescribed period.
Does the use of Sazo 1000 Tablet DR for the treatment of arthritis affect the kidney function?
Though it is uncommon, Sazo 1000 Tablet DR may affect your kidney function. Therefore, it is important that your kidney function remains normal before you start taking Sazo 1000 Tablet DR. If during treatment with Sazo 1000 Tablet DR your kidney functions become abnormal, you should consult your doctor.
Do I need to get any blood tests done while on Sazo 1000 Tablet DR 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.
Can Sazo 1000 Tablet DR affect my fertility?
Decreased sperm count and infertility have been reported in some males. These may disappear once Sazo 1000 Tablet DR is discontinued.
Can I take azathioprine along with Sazo 1000 Tablet DR?
You should avoid using Sazo 1000 Tablet DR with azathioprine since there are chances of decrease in blood cell count, which can be a serious side effect.
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Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Sazo 1000 Tablet DR. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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