Phthalylsulfathiazole - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

Information about Phthalylsulfathiazole

Generic Name : Phthalylsulfathiazole
Up-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 is

Adults:
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 side effects of Phthalylsulfathiazole?

Gastrointestinal: Nausea, stomach upset, acute toxicity
Skin: Skin rash
Other: Vitamin B insufficiency, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia

What are the other precautions for Phthalylsulfathiazole?

None

What are the Drug Interactions of Phthalylsulfathiazole?

Pthalylsulfathiazole could interact with the following drugs and should be avoided.
• Methotrexate
• Phenytoin
• Warfarin

What are the storage conditions for Phthalylsulfathiazole?

Phthalylsulfathiazole should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from children.