Dapsone Tablet

Dapsone (100mg)

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Dapsone Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-leprotic medicines. It is used to treat leprosy and acne. It works by stopping the growth of disease causing organisms in the body. It also helps to reduce redness and swelling associated with acne (commonly known as pimples).

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Dapsone (100mg)

Marketer

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Dapsone Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Some people may develop a skin rash and fever as the side effects of this medicine. It may also cause nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist for a longer duration. Use caution while treating patients with hypersensitivity to sulfa drugs.

Uses of Dapsone Tablet

Treatment of Acne
Leprosy

Benefits of Dapsone Tablet

Treatment of Acne
Dapsone Tablet is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria causing acne on your skin. It may take several weeks before your symptoms improve so you need to keep taking this medicine even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start taking it, the less likely you are to get scars.

Leprosy
Dapsone Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that is used in combination with few other medicines to treat leprosy, an infectious disease that mainly affects the skin, eyes, nose and peripheral nerves. It may take time to reach the effective dose as the medication is started at a low dose and increased slowly over time to avoid side effects. However, once the effective dose is reached, it starts showing improvement in your condition within a few days. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and avoid missing any dose to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Dapsone Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dapsone

Rash
Fever
Nausea
Vomiting

How to use Dapsone Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dapsone Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Dapsone Tablet works

Dapsone Tablet is an anti-leprotic medication. It works by stopping the production of folic acid in certain bacteria, thereby stopping them from growing.

Quick tips

When used long term, your doctor may monitor amount of blood cells in your blood regularly.
Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve or you get eye or nerve problems.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dapsone Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dapsone Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dapsone Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Dapsone Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Dapsone Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Dapsone Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Who should not use Dapsone Tablet?

Use of Dapsone Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Dapsone Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Dapsone Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.

Is Dapsone Tablet safe?

Dapsone Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if I forget to take a dose of Dapsone Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Dapsone Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Can I stop taking Dapsone Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Dapsone Tablet without consulting the doctor even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration. Stopping Dapsone Tablet too early may cause symptoms to reoccur or worsen. Continue taking Dapsone Tablet in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, Dapsone Tablet should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Dapsone Tablet can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms while being on the prescribed dose, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

What if I don't get better after using Dapsone Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, let your doctor know if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. The doctor may modify the dose or suggest an alternative medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Sulfone & sulfonamides derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Anti leprotic

References

Gumbo T. Chemotherapy of Tuberculosis, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Disease, and Leprosy. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1563-64.
Chambers HF, Deck DH. Antimycobacterial Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 831.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 354-56.
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Dapsone [Prescribing Information]. East Windsor, New Jersey: Novitium Pharma LLC; 2019. [Accessed 06 Apr. 2024] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Dapsone Tablet

Once A Day

89%

Twice A Day

Alternate Day

Thrice A week

What are you using Dapsone Tablet for?

Others

50%

Leprosy

50%

How much was the improvement?

Average

47%

Excellent

30%

Poor

23%

What were the side-effects while using Dapsone Tablet?

No Side Effect

43%

Itchy rash

14%

Liver function abnormal

14%

Nausea

14%

Increased sensitivity to light

14%

How do you take Dapsone Tablet?

With food

50%

With or without food

33%

Empty stomach

17%

Please rate Dapsone Tablet on price

Not Expensive

47%

Average

40%

Expensive

13%

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Name: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030

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Country of origin: India

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Dapsone Tablet

General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Dapsone Tablet

Benefits of Dapsone Tablet

Side effects of Dapsone Tablet

How to use Dapsone Tablet

How Dapsone Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Who should not use Dapsone Tablet?

Is Dapsone Tablet safe?

What if I forget to take a dose of Dapsone Tablet?

Can I stop taking Dapsone Tablet when I feel better?

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

What if I don't get better after using Dapsone Tablet?

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