Description: 

• An oral short-acting antibiotic pill used to treat deep-tissue bacterial infections, specific types of meningitis, and certain parasite-borne illnesses.

Prescription: 

• Strictly Prescription-Only (Rx). A doctor must evaluate your infection before you can get this medicine.

Therapeutic Category:

•  Sulfonamide Antibiotic (commonly known as a “sulfa drug”). 

Active Ingredients/Composition:

•  Each tablet contains Sulphadiazine IP 500mg. The “IP” stands for Indian Pharmacopoeia, meaning it meets rigorous national purity benchmarks. It works by preventing harmful bacteria and parasites from making folic acid, which completely halts their growth.

Usage & Forms:

Variant: 

• 500mg uncoated or film-coated tablets. 

Consume Type:

•  Oral use only (swallowed whole). 
• Directions/Usage:
  • Take it exactly as ordered by your doctor, evenly spaced throughout the day.
  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • Always take each dose with a full 8-ounce glass of water. You must drink several extra glasses of water throughout the day to protect your kidneys.
  • Complete the full course of treatment, even if you start feeling better early, to stop the infection from returning. 

Safety & Storage:

• Common Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, headache, stomach cramps, and increased skin sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity). 

Package Type:

•  Usually packed in secure Blister Packs or Strips containing 10 tablets, housed inside a cardboard box. 

Storage Advice:

•  Store at room temperature away from high heat, ambient moisture, and direct light. Keep the package tightly closed and out of reach of children. 
• Safety Advice:
  • Never take this if you have a known sulfa allergy.
  • Do not give this medicine to infants under 2 months of age.
  • Drink massive amounts of water to avoid crystalluria (dangerous crystals forming in the urine) or kidney stones.
  • Tell your doctor right away if you get a skin rash, sore throat, or joint pain, as these can be signs of a serious allergic reaction.
  • Avoid heavy sun exposure or tanning beds, as your skin will burn much faster.
  • Consult your doctor if you have G6PD deficiency, liver issues, kidney disease, or if you are pregnant. 

Manufacturer/Marketer: 

• Produced by various pharmaceutical companies, including Omega Pharma and generic public sector formulations.

Country of Origin: 

• India.