... sulfasalazine daily (starting with 1,000 and gradually increasing). His doctor said he should take this amount for 1 year. He is having some adverse effects as in insomnia, sore throat, but worse of all depression and irritabililty. Here is my question. His doctor said that it takes up to 3 months for the sulfasalazine to work. If this is true, will these symptoms go away? He wants to stop the medication now and I can't say I blame him. It's been a horrible last 3 months (from diagnoses, to now). As the doctor doesn't take the medication, what is your advice?
My son 19 yr. old son was diagnosed with reactive arthritis two months ago. He is on 3000 mg. of?
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- 21 Jun 2010 by a mom
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- rheumatoid arthritis, sulfasalazine, reiter's syndrome
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christine...21 Jun 2010
Please go to the "Drugs A to Z" at the top of the page and look up this medication. A few of the more serious side effects your son is having says you should consult your doctor right away. I can only imagine what you must be going through. Stay strong for your son and please read up on the side effects listed.
My best wishes,
Chris
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I copied this information for you
"Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody diarrhea; bluish discoloration of the skin or nails; chest pain; dark urine; decreased urination; fever, chills, or sore throat; hearing loss; mental or mood changes; muscle pain; numbness or tingling in the fingers or toes; pale stools; persistent loss of appetite; pinpoint bruises; red, swollen, peeling, or blistered skin; seizures; severe or persistent dizziness, drowsiness, headache, or trouble sleeping; severe or persistent stomach pain; shortness of breath; trouble walking; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; unusually pale skin; yellowing of the eyes; yellowing of the skin along with dark urine, pale stools, or persistent loss of appetite".
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Thank you! I did what you said and he advised me to discontinue the sulfasalazine. I guess we will have to play it by ear and pray he doesn't have another flare up. I truly appreciate your concern.
A Mom
I am very happy you checked on this! I was a little worried. I sincerly hope your son get feeling better soon. In my book, you get the "Mom of The Year Award!"