Information about Phthalylsulfathiazole
Generic Name : PhthalylsulfathiazoleUp-to-date prescription details regarding Phthalylsulfathiazole are provided here.
Pronunciation : Ph-tha-lyl-sulfa-thia-zole
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Phthalylsulfathiazole, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Therapeutic Classification : Antimicrobials
Trade Names/Brand Names of Phthalylsulfathiazole
India :
BL Sulpha Three
Overview of Phthalylsulfathiazole
Phthalylsulfathiazole is a broad spectrum antimicrobial used for the treatment of dysentery, colitis, gastrointestinal infection and intestinal surgery.Why is Phthalylsulfathiazole Prescribed? (Indications)
Phthalylsulfathiazole is a broad spectrum antimicrobial used to treat different types of infections including intestinal infections like bacillary dysentery.Phthalylsulfathiazole is indicated in the treatment of dysentery, colitis, gastrointestinal infection and intestinal surgery.
Phthalylsulfathiazole belongs to the group of drugs called sulfonamides. The drug does not get absorbed into the bloodstream from the gut.
When should Phthalylsulfathiazole not be taken? (Contraindications)
Phthalylsulfathiazole is contraindicated in people who are allergic to the drug.In addition, phthalylsulphathiazole should not be used in
• Patients with blood disorders
• Renal or hepatic failure
• Infants
What is the dosage of Phthalylsulfathiazole?
The recommended dose of phthalylsulfathiazole dose isAdults:
Day 1: 1 g every 4 hours with a maximum dose of 6 g per day
Days 3-4: 1 g every 6 hours with a maximum dose of 4 g per day
Days 5-7: 1 g every 8 hours with a maximum dose of 3 g per day
Children under 3 years: 0.2 g per kilogram body weight every 8 hours
Children above 3 years: 0.4 to 0.75 g per kilogram body weight every 4 hours
How should Phthalylsulfathiazole be taken?
Phthalylsulfathiazole should be taken with a glass of water.What are the warnings and precautions for Phthalylsulfathiazole?
•Caution should be taken when using the drug in pregnant and breastfeeding women.What are the side effects of Phthalylsulfathiazole?
Gastrointestinal: Nausea, stomach upset, acute toxicitySkin: Skin rash
Other: Vitamin B insufficiency, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia
What are the other precautions for Phthalylsulfathiazole?
NoneWhat are the Drug Interactions of Phthalylsulfathiazole?
Pthalylsulfathiazole could interact with the following drugs and should be avoided.• Methotrexate
• Phenytoin
• Warfarin