Click Here to Login
Login Shopping Cart Live help Mail
Login Cart Live Help Mail

Dapsone (Avlosulfon Tablets)

Dapsone (Avlosulfon Tablets)

This product requires a valid prescription

Price beat!
  Type Strength   Quantity   Price (USD)  
  Brand 100mg 1000 Tablets $199.99  BUY

The main use of dapsone is in the treatment of leprosy in combination with other drugs. Through an unknown mechanism dapsone is also effective in treating the rare skin condition known as dermatits herpetiformis.


 

Dapsone

Dapsone belongs to the group of an antibacterial, antileprosy agent, Antifungal, systemic and Dermatitis herpetiformis suppressant medicine, commonly used for the treatment and relieves of the symptoms of leprosy (Hansen's disease) and to help control dermatitis herpetiformis, a skin problem. The exact working mechanism of Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is not fully understood. Dapsone comes in category of drugs that’s generic name Avlosulfon. Dapsone is being manufactured by Wyeth Ayerst Pharmaceuticals and is available in 25mg and 100mg Tablets.

What are the most common problems for which Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is used?

Dapsone belongs to the group of an antibacterial, antileprosy agent, Antifungal, systemic and Dermatitis herpetiformis suppressant medicine, commonly used for the treatment and relieves of the symptoms of leprosy (Hansen's disease) and to help control dermatitis herpetiformis, a skin problem.

Dapsone is also used to fight opportunistic infections in people with HIV.

Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is also prescribed or used to help prevention, relief and treatment of toxoplasmosis gondii infections.

Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is also prescribed or used to help prevention, relief and treatment of Prevention of Plasmodium falciparum malaria infections.

Dapsone (Avlosulfon) may also be used for the treatment and prevention or relives of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP).

Dapsone (Avlosulfon) may also be used for relieve other serious infections as determined by your doctor or consultant.

How does Dapsone (Avlosulfon) work?

Dapsone (Avlosulfon) belongs to the group of an antibacterial, antileprosy agent; Antifungal, systemic and Dermatitis herpetiformis suppressant medicine, commonly used for the treatment and relieves of the symptoms of leprosy (Hansen's disease) and to help control dermatitis herpetiformis, a skin problem. Dapsone (Avlosulfon) works inside the infecting cell to stop the manufacture of a chemical called folinic acid. Folinic acid is necessary for the production of genetic material (DNA). Without the production of DNA the infecting organism is not able to reproduce, and the spread of the infection is stopped. The main use of Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is in the treatment of leprosy in combination with other drugs. Through an unknown mechanism Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is also effective in treating the rare skin condition known as dermatitis herpetiformis.

Is any prescription required to get Dapsone (Avlosulfon)?

Yes, prescription is necessary, one most not to use Dapsone (Avlosulfon) without prescription. Some times in such conditions Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is more harmful for health so, it is better to use Dapsone (Avlosulfon) under doctor’s guidance or according to your medical consultant.

Dosages of Dapsone (Avlosulfon)?

Dapsone (Avlosulfon) Tablets always takes under doctor’s guidance. The recommended dosages of Dapsone (Avlosulfon) Tablets will be different for different patients as directed by doctor. You continue to take it for as long as your doctor prescribes it. You may take Dapsone (Avlosulfon) Tablets with or without food, whichever you find more convenient.

What is the minimum duration for which Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should be taken?

The duration of taking Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is not constant; it depends according to the problem. Your doctor or consultant can describe you better about the time period for which duration Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should be taken or until the medication is deemed effective. Your dose may need to be defined by your doctor or healthcare professional.

Are there any side effects of Dapsone (Avlosulfon)?

Possible side effects that occur during the uses of Dapsone (Avlosulfon) :

  • Allergic reaction
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Nervousness
  • Trouble in sleeping
  • Back, leg, or stomach pains
  • Bluish fingernails, lips, or skin
  • Difficult breathing
  • Fever
  • Pale skin
  • Skin rash
  • Itching
  • Dryness
  • Redness
  • Loss of hair
  • Mood or other mental changes
  • Numbness, tingling, pain, burning, or weakness in hands or feet
  • Sore throat
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising
  • Yellow eyes or skin
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness

Under what circumstances Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used?

If you have an allergy to Dapsone (Avlosulfon) Tablets or any other ingredients of this medicine, then should not be used.

If you have suffering to the Anemia disease, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you have suffering to the Liver disease, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you have suffering to the kidney disease or decreased kidney function, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you have suffering to the problems like Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you have suffering to the problem of Heart disease, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you have suffering to the problem of Methemoglobin reductase deficiency, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you have suffering to the problem of blood disorders, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you are suffering to pregnancy and plan to be pregnant, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

If you are suffering to breastfeeding, Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should not be used without consulting of doctor.

Under which storage conditions Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should be kept?

Dapsone (Avlosulfon) should be stored in cupboard at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not store Dapsone (Avlosulfon) Tablets in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Keep always Dapsone (Avlosulfon) medicine out of the reach of children.

Major drug Manufacturers

  • Wyeth Ayerst Pharmaceuticals
  • Jacobus Pharmaceuticals
  • Zhengzhou Minzhong Pharmaceutical Co.,Ltd
  • Gujarat Themis Biosyn Limited
  • TEVA Pharmaceuticals USA
  • Upjohn Pharmaceuticals
  • Roche Pharmaceuticals

Similar drugs Dapsone (Avlosulfon)

  • Avlosulfon
  • Rifampicin
  • Chloramphenicol
  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Clindamycin
  • Co-Trimoxazole

From where can one get Dapsone (Avlosulfon)?

Anyone can buy Dapsone (Avlosulfon) from Online Canadian Pharmacy, which is available at a discounted price, 50% off, in Canada, and the best way to get Dapsone (Avlosulfon) is by logging on to http://www.onlinecanadarx.com for online orders. This pharmacy provides you with drugs at cheap and affordable prices. One can order the medicine and pay through VISA, MasterCard or international money order.

Why to buy Dapsone (Avlosulfon) drug from Canada?

It is cheaper to buy Dapsone (Avlosulfon) from Online Canadian Pharmacy, because Canadian government regulates the prices of Dapsone (Avlosulfon) and also because of the very common reason of exchange rate. Since, the Canadian dollar is cheaper as compared to the US Dollars, so one can buy more Dapsone (Avlosulfon) from Canada, there by saving a lot of money.

Secured by Godaddy Online Canada PharmacyOnline Canada Pharmacy