What is SULFASALAZINE

CAS: 599-79-1

MF: C18H14N4O5S

MW: 398.4

EINECS: 209-974-3

Mol File: 599-79-1.mol

Sulfasalazine is a sulfa drug, a derivative of mesalazine, and is formed by combining sulfapyridine and salicylate with an azo bond. It may be abbreviated SSZ.

Sulfasalazine is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, a list of the most important medication needed in a basic health system.

Effects of SULFASALAZINE

Sulfasalazine is used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It is also indicated for use in rheumatoid arthritis and used in other types of inflammatory arthritis (e.g. psoriatic arthritis) where it has a beneficial effect. It is often well tolerated compared to other DMARDs.

Detail Information of SULFASALAZINE