Dapsone 100mg 20 Tablets

Medication Name: Dapsone 100 mg Tablets (20 Tablets)
Active Ingredient: Dapsone 100 mg

Pharmacologic Class: Sulfone antibiotic and anti-inflammatory agent

Indications:

• Treatment of leprosy (Hansen’s disease), usually in combination with other antileprosy drugs.

• Dermatitis herpetiformis (chronic blistering skin condition associated with celiac disease).

• Certain cases of acne and other chronic skin infections caused by susceptible organisms.

• Prophylaxis and treatment of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in immunocompromised patients (e.g., HIV).

Dosage and Administration:

• Usual adult dose: 50–100 mg once daily, depending on the condition and patient response.

• Take orally with or after food to minimize stomach upset.

• Follow the prescribed dose schedule carefully; do not stop abruptly without medical advice.

Contraindications:

• Known hypersensitivity to dapsone or other sulfone drugs.

• Severe anemia or significant blood disorders.

• Severe liver disease.

Precautions:

• Monitor blood counts regularly; dapsone may cause hemolysis (especially in patients with G6PD deficiency).

• Use cautiously in patients with liver or kidney impairment.

• May cause methemoglobinemia (reduced oxygen-carrying capacity of blood).

• Inform the physician if symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, or bluish skin appear.

Common Side Effects:

• Nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite

• Headache

• Skin rash or itching

• Mild anemia

Serious Side Effects (rare):

• Hemolytic anemia or methemoglobinemia (signs: fatigue, pallor, cyanosis)

• Peripheral neuropathy (tingling or numbness in hands or feet)

• Severe allergic skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome)

• Liver dysfunction (yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine)

Storage Conditions:

• Store below 25°C in a dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.

• Keep out of reach of children.