Azulfidine
Sulfasalazine 500mg tablets, used in the management of rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. A sulfonamide DMARD.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500mg | 30 tablets | US$46.80 | US$1.56 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | US$76.20 | US$1.27 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | US$102.60 | US$1.14 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | US$128.40 | US$1.07 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | US$176.40 | US$0.98 |
| 500mg | 270 tablets | US$240.30 | US$0.89 |
| 500mg | 360 tablets | US$306.00 | US$0.85 |
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Sulfasalazine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Azulfidine on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis · Ulcerative Colitis · Crohn's Disease
- Alternative names
- Salazopyrin
- Therapeutic class
- Disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD)
- Pharmacological class
- Sulfonamide
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; loss of appetite
- Moderate side effects
- rash; fever; anaemia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
- Drug interactions
- digoxin; folic acid
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly patients.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to sulfonamides or salicylates; intestinal or urinary obstruction; porphyria; severe hepatic or renal impairment
Precautions and warnings
maintain adequate fluid intake to prevent crystalluria; regular blood count monitoring is essential; may cause temporary orange discolouration of body fluids
Serious side effects
blood dyscrasias, requires immediate medical attention; stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; hepatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Sulfasalazine 500mg tablets, used in the management of rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. A sulfonamide DMARD.
Mechanism of action
The active substance exerts anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects within the gastrointestinal tract and synovial joints by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis and inflammatory mediator release.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Consult a specialist; use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as it is excreted in breast milk.
Azulfidine contains the active ingredient Sulfasalazine. It is used in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. This medication is also sold under the brand name Salazopyrin. It is provided in tablet form with a strength of 500mg.
Buying Azulfidine online
Generic Sulfasalazine, much of it produced in India, offers a far more affordable alternative to the original brand. This is a practical solution for people in Australia and those living without easy access to a pharmacy who need regular access to treatment for their health conditions.
FAQ
What does Azulfidine treat?
Azulfidine contains sulfasalazine, used for rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The active substance exerts anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects within the gastrointestinal tract and synovial joints by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis and inflammatory mediator release.
Is Azulfidine the original brand?
Yes, Azulfidine is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. AU Chemist uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (sulfasalazine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Azulfidine priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Azulfidine comes in a 500mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
How long does Azulfidine take to work?
Sulfasalazine usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Azulfidine cause?
The common side effects of sulfasalazine are headache, nausea and loss of appetite. Less common ones include rash, fever and anaemia. Serious but less common side effects include blood dyscrasias, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and hepatitis, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Azulfidine interact with?
Sulfasalazine can interact with digoxin and folic acid. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Azulfidine.
What is another brand name for sulfasalazine?
Other brands of sulfasalazine include Salazopyrin.
Do I need a prescription to order Azulfidine online?
No, not online: AU Chemist does not ask for a prescription to order Azulfidine. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Azulfidine to Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Azulfidine is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Azulfidine.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Sulfasalazine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.