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About Dapsone Tablet
Dapsone Tablet belongs to the class of anti-infectives used to treat leprosy (Hansen's disease), dermatitis herpetiformis (a skin problem) and Actinomycotic mycetoma (a fungal disease). Also, it is used in the prevention of malaria and pneumonia. Leprosy is an infectious disease that causes skin lesions and nerve damage.
Dapsone Tablet contains Dapsone which works by inhibiting the growth or killing bacteria or fungi that cause infection.
Take Dapsone Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to use Dapsone Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience haemolysis (destruction of red blood cells), tiredness, shortness of breath or a bluish tinge to the skin. Most of these side effects of Dapsone Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Dapsone, sulpha drugs or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before taking Dapsone Tablet . Dapsone Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may cause blood problems in nursing babies. If you get shortness of breath, weakness, back pain, tiredness, dark brown urine, fever, pale or yellow skin, stop using Dapsone Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of haemolytic anaemia (breakdown of red blood cells). This condition usually occurs in people with glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency using Dapsone Tablet .
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Medicinal Benefits
Dapsone Tablet contains Dapsone (anti-infective) used to treat leprosy (Hansen's disease), dermatitis herpetiformis (a skin problem) and Actinomycotic mycetoma (a fungal disease). Dapsone works by inhibiting the growth or killing bacteria or fungi that cause infection. Also, Dapsone Tablet may be used in the prevention of malaria when used in combination with pyrimethamine and the prevention of pneumonia in immunodeficient patients, especially in AIDS patients.
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Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Dapsone, sulpha drugs or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. You are recommended to consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before taking Dapsone Tablet . Dapsone Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may cause blood problems in nursing babies. If you get shortness of breath, weakness, back pain, tiredness, dark brown urine, fever, pale or yellow skin, stop using Dapsone Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of haemolytic anaemia (breakdown of red blood cells). This condition usually occurs in people with glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency using Dapsone Tablet . If you are about to take an oral typhoid vaccine, inform your doctor that you are taking Dapsone Tablet as it may not be effective.
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Alcohol
Unsafe
You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Dapsone Tablet as it may worsen the side effects of Dapsone Tablet .
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Dapsone Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless your doctor prescribes it. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Dapsone Tablet .
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Dapsone may pass into breast milk. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid breastfeeding while taking Dapsone Tablet or discontinue using Dapsone Tablet while breastfeeding as this medicine may cause blood disorders in the babies. Hence, please inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Dapsone Tablet .
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Dapsone Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
Take Dapsone Tablet with caution, if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine if necessary based on your condition.
Kidney
Caution
Take Dapsone Tablet with caution, if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine if necessary based on your condition.
Children
Caution
Children under the age of six should not use Dapsone Tablet because its safety and efficacy have not been proven. Typically, for kids older than 6 years, the dose is determined by the child's weight.
Dapsone Tablet is used to treat Leprosy and Skin problems.
Dapsone Tablet contains Dapsone, an anti-infective that works by inhibiting the growth or killing bacteria or fungi that cause infection.Â
Dapsone Tablet may cause methemoglobinemia (a serious condition that occurs when the oxygen amount in the blood decreases severely) as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone using Dapsone Tablet to experience this side effect. However, if you notice a grey or blue appearance on your fingernails, lips or inside of your mouth, stop using Dapsone Tablet and consult a doctor immediately.
Dapsone Tablet may reduce the sperm count or reduce the movement of the sperm, making it difficult to make your partner pregnant. However, if you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.
Dapsone Tablet is not effective against infections caused by viruses such as cold or flu. It is only used to kill bacteria or fungi. Therefore, you are recommended to consult a doctor if you have a cold or flu so that appropriate medication is prescribed.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Dapsone Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Dapsone Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Dapsone Tablet , please consult your doctor.
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