Dipentum Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
General Description
Pharmacological Class
How Supplied
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
Mechanism of Action
Dipentum Indications
Indications
Dipentum Dosage and Administration
Adult
Children
Dipentum Contraindications
Not Applicable
Dipentum Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Dipentum Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Sulfasalazine allergy. Discontinue if acute intolerance syndrome is suspected. Discontinue at the 1st signs/symptoms of severe cutaneous adverse reactions. Conditions predisposing to myocarditis or pericarditis. Atopic dermatitis or eczema: may have more severe photosensitivity reactions. Nephrolithiasis. Ensure adequate hydration. Renal or hepatic impairment. History of renal disease. Assess renal function prior to and periodically during therapy. Discontinue if renal function deteriorates while on therapy. Elderly: monitor CBCs, platelets. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Dipentum Pharmacokinetics
Absorption
Maximum serum concentrations: ~1 hour.
Distribution
Plasma protein bound: >99%.
Elimination
Dipentum Interactions
Interactions
Dipentum Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash, pruritus; acute intolerance syndrome (cramping, bloody diarrhea, fever, headache, rash), renal impairment, hypersensitivity reactions, severe cutaneous adverse reactions (eg, SJS, TEN, DRESS, AGEP).
Dipentum Clinical Trials
See Literature
Dipentum Note
Not Applicable
Dipentum Patient Counseling
See Literature