Sulfasalazine
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Acts as both an effective antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent
Fights inflammatory bowel disease and colitis
Relieves symptoms such as pain and diarrhea

Sulfasalazine

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At a Glance
Acts as both an effective antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent
Fights inflammatory bowel disease and colitis
Relieves symptoms such as pain and diarrhea

IBS can be a painful and frustrating disease. It's a condition in which the stomach and/or intestine is chronically infiltrated by inflammatory cells. Luckily, there's help for your pet and for you. Sulfasalazine acts as both an effective antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent. It aids in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease and colitis. Talk to your veterinarian about Sulfasalazine to find out if it's right for your pet.

Sulfasalazine is the Generic Alternative to Azulfidine.

Sulfasalazine is available as 500 mg tablets; as delayed-release and as enteric-coated tablets. The normal dose in dogs is 20 to 50 mg/kg every 8 hours for 3-6 weeks depending on the severity of the condition as well as the response of the animal under treatment. The maximum permissible dosage of sulfasalazine is 1 g per dose. For best results, administer Sulfasalazine after meals, and get the pet to swallow the tablets in whole. In cats, a daily dose of 10 to 20 mg/kg is suggested, which should be used with caution as felines are generally responsive to salicylates.

Some of the commonly found side effects include skin rash, pruritus, urticaria, Heinz body anemia, blood dyscrasias, hepatitis, renal toxicity, dry eye, low sperm count, etc. Non-enteric-coated forms of sulfasalazine might result in gastrointestinal disturbances along with or without anorexia, nausea, or diarrhea.

  • Gastrointestinal Pharmacy
  • Oral Application
  • Cat Pet Type
  • Dog Pet Type

Can I Give My Dog Sulfasalazine?
Answer

Yes, you can give your dog Sulfasalazine. Sulfasalazine for dogs is an effective antibacterial pill. The medicine also works as an anti-inflammatory agent. You can give Sulfasalazine to your dog for treating its inflammatory bowel disease. The Sulfasalazine dosage also helps treat colitis. After administering the Sulfasalazine dose, you can relieve your dog of its pain and diarrhea. Note that you need a vet’s prescription before you can buy Sulfasalazine. It is a prescription medication and you cannot buy it off the counter. You should also be aware of the Sulfasalazine warnings that the vet or manufacturer mentions. Learn about the side effects of Sulfasalazine. Be careful while administering the drug in dogs that are suffering from kidney, blood, or liver diseases. Also, maintain caution when you are giving Sulfasalazine to a nursing or pregnant dog.

How Long Can a Dog Take Sulfasalazine?
Answer

A dog needs to take Sulfasalazine for three weeks. Usually, vets prescribe the medication for less than three weeks. That is because the Sulfasalazine side effects might become more prominent afterward. According to your vet’s advice, give your dog 10-15 mg of the Sulfasalazine 500 mg tablets. Administer the drug once every eight hours. Make sure your dog is getting enough water as you continue the Sulfasalazine 500mg dosage.

What Does Sulfasalazine Treat?
Answer

Sulfasalazine treats gastrointestinal problems in dogs. The medication mostly deals with problems in the intestine or stomach of your dog. Sulfasalazine is an effective antibacterial drug. It also functions as an effective anti-inflammatory agent. The Sulfasalazine for dogs fights inflammatory bowel disease. That way, it works as an anti-inflammatory agent in your dog. It deals with colitis as well. Besides, the Sulfasalazine medication can give relief to your dog from diarrhea and pain.

Are There Any Side Effects of Sulfasalazine?
Answer

Yes, there are a few side effects of Sulfasalazine. Skin rash, urticaria, and pruritus are common Sulfasalazine side effects in dogs. Heinz body anemia is also a common Sulfasalazine side effect. You can also expect a few other side effects like hepatitis, dry eye, blood dyscrasias, and renal toxicity. There have been reports of low sperm count as a possible side effect as well. Do not be surprised if you notice cases of nausea or diarrhea too. Gastrointestinal disturbances are common in such medication. And Sulfasalazine is no different.

What Are the Side Effects of Sulfasalazine in Dogs?
Answer

Side effects of Sulfasalazine in dogs include skin rashes, Heinz body anemia, hepatitis, and dry eye disease. Besides, you can also expect problems like blood dyscrasias and low sperm count in your dog. Gastrointestinal disturbances are also possible due to Sulfasalazine. These disturbances are common in the stomach and intestine and include diarrhea or nausea.

How Do You Know if Sulfasalazine Is Working?
Answer

You will have to take your dog to the vet and run tests to know if the Sulfasalazine is working. Unlike many other medications, Sulfasalazine does not work instantly. It takes time to show its effect. You can expect the drug to take at least 12 weeks to show its effects.

Is Sulfasalazine a Painkiller?
Answer

In a way, Sulfasalazine is a painkiller. It can help relieve your dog from pain. The medication also treats diarrhea. However, Sulfasalazine mostly acts as an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent. It works against inflammatory bowel disease and colitis.

What Happens When Dogs Stop Taking Sulfasalazine?
Answer

Nothing serious will happen if your dog stops taking Sulfasalazine. You can even stop the Sulfasalazine dosage abruptly. Unlike many other types of drugs, it will not have any sort of negative impact on your dog.

Sulfasalazine 500mg

Sulfasalazine is a sulfonamide drug with both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is indicated in veterinary medicine for managing inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. Once administered, Sulfasalazine is broken down into its metabolites of 5-aminosalicylic acid and sulfapyridine, which are readily absorbed. Sulfasalazine is particularly useful in the treatment of colitis in dogs and cats. 

Side effects of sulfasalazine may include KCS (dry eye) with long-term use. Other side effects that may occur include jaundice, hemolytic anemia, vomiting, and allergic dermatitis.

Sulfasalazine is not safe to use in pregnant animals or those, which are allergic to the drug, sulfonamides, or salicylates. Do not treat animals with intestinal or urinary tract blockages and conditions like porphyria with this drug. Administer this drug with caution in pets with fever, jaundice, renal or liver conditions, and blood dyscrasias as they are high-risk groups. Conduct periodic urine analysis and liver function tests for animals undergoing Sulfasalazine therapy. It can interact with many medications like Digoxin, Folic acid, and Sulfonylureas, which can result in complications like low absorption and defective hepatic metabolism. Sulfasalazine may have adverse interactions with other drugs. Talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist before giving your pet other medications.

Use as directed by your veterinarian. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink.

The usual dose for dogs is 10-15mg/pound every 8 hours. The usual dose in cats is 5-10mg/pound given once a day.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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