Dapsone
Generic Alternative to Dapsone, Aczone-
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5%
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25mg
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100mg
Aczone 5%
GelWhat is a generic medication?
Generic medications are significantly discounted copies of brand name medication that have the same active ingredients, intended use, dosage, side effects, effects, and route of administration as the original brand name medication. In other words, generic medications have the same pharmacological effects as their brand-name counterparts. Over half of all prescribed medications are for generic medications.
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Dapsone Drug Information
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You can easily place an order on our website in under 5 minutes. First you need to set up an account with us, create a payment method, and send us your prescriptions. Alternatively, you can order by downloading our order form or by placing an order over the phone. Delivery can take approximately 2 weeks to North America, and 4 weeks to other countries.
Dapsone Overview
Dapsone is used to treat acne. It helps decrease the number and severity of acne pimples and helps pimples that do develop to heal more quickly. Dapsone is an antibiotic. It is not known how dapsone works to treat acne.
How to Use Dapsone
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using dapsone and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Wash your hands before and after applying Dapsone. Gently clean the affected skin with a mild/soapless cleanser and pat dry. Apply a small amount of medication (about the size of a pea) in a thin layer to the affected areas of skin as directed by your doctor. Depending on your brand, Dapsone is usually used once or twice a day. Rub in gently. Be careful to avoid the eyes and lip area. Use Dapsone on the skin only. Do not apply to the inside of the mouth/nose or in or around the groin/vaginal area. Avoid getting Dapsone in your eyes. If this occurs, flush with large amounts of water. Call your doctor if eye irritation develops. Wash your hands after using the medication to avoid accidentally getting it in your eyes. Use Dapsone regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day. Do not use a larger amount or use it more often than directed. Your skin will not improve any faster and you may have a greater risk of side effects. Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse after 12 weeks.
Dapsone Precautions
Before using Dapsone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to dapsone; or if you have any other allergies. Dapsone may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using Dapsone, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history,a certain enzyme deficiency (G6PD deficiency), a certain blood disorder (methemoglobinemia). Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, Dapsone should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Dapsone passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Dapsone Misdose
If you forget to use Dapsone, use it as soon as you remember if it is the same day. If you don't remember until the next day, apply your next dose at the regular time.
Dapsone Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.dapsone taken by mouth, drugs to treat malaria (such as chloroquine), trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, other medications applied to the skin. Benzoyl peroxide is a commonly used medication for acne. Using benzoyl peroxide at the same time as dapsone gel may cause your skin to temporarily change color (yellow/orange). Talk with your doctor or pharmacist and ask if you should be using prescription or non-prescription benzoyl peroxide products and how to use them safely.
Dapsone Side Effects
What are Dapsone side effects?
Side effects are physical, mental or emotional symptoms which occur in addition to or outside of the desired effect of a therapeutic treatment such as an over-the-counter or prescribed drug or medication. Side effects from Dapsone may occur at the beginning or at the end of treatment and may also depend on the length of time an individual remains on the treatment. Side effects, also known as adverse effects, are generally more likely to occur when starting treatment. Individuals may also experience side effects from Dapsone as a result of an interaction with other medications.
Side Effects of Dapsone
The side effects of Dapsone may vary in number and intensity for many different reasons. Factors such as age, weight, gender and ethnicity may influence the side effects of Dapsone. Also, an individual’s state of general physical health and seriousness of the disease or illness as well as an increase or decrease in dosage may lead to side effects. Further, side effects from Dapsone may also occur as a result of an interaction with certain herbal supplements, foods or drinks.
Prescription drug side effects can be serious and may cause patients to stop the treatment. However, when side effects from the use of a prescription drug, such as Dapsone, do occur a patient should consult their physician. A physician may prescribe an additional treatment in order to control the symptoms or an adjustment in the dosage may be made. In addition, changes to diet, exercise or other lifestyle activities may help to lessen the side effects of Dapsone.
By understanding side effects and the factors which may influence the occurrence of side effects patients are empowered to take an active role in their care. Patients who have specific questions about the side effects of Dapsone, or any other medication, should contact their physician. General information about Dapsone and the side effects associated with Dapsone are described in the following:
Common Dapsone Side Effects
Severe
Less Severe
- abnormal desquamation
- erythema
- pruritus of skin
- dry skin
- oily skin
Less Frequent Dapsone Side Effects
Severe
Less Severe
- sinusitis
- fever
- skin irritation
Rare or Very Rare Dapsone Side Effects
Severe
- tonic clonic seizure
- depression
- pharyngitis
- pancreatitis
- severe vomiting
- methemoglobinemia
- hemolysis
- drug-induced psychosis
- suicidal
Less Severe
- facial edema
- headache disorder
- cough
- acute abdominal pain
- skin rash
Dapsone Storage
Store at room temperature. Do not freeze. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard Dapsone when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
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