Can I drink alcohol with Sulfasalazine?

Yes, with care. You can drink alcohol, but it can irritate your gut so may make symptoms worse if you have inflammatory bowel disease.

Can I eat rich food with Sulfasalazine?

Yes, with care. If you have indigestion or feel sick, it's best to stick to simple meals, and avoid rich foods.

Can I eat spicy food with Sulfasalazine?

Yes, with care. If you have indigestion or feel sick, it's best to stick to simple meals, and avoid spicy foods.

Can I drink tea with Sulfasalazine?

Yes, with care. Avoid drinking tea in the evening if you have difficulty sleeping.

Can I drink coffee with Sulfasalazine?

Yes, with care. Avoid drinking coffee in the evening if you have difficulty sleeping.

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Can I eat this with Sulfasalazine?

Sulfasalazine can cause stomach upset and dizziness. Alcohol may worsen gut symptoms, and rich or spicy food can make nausea and indigestion worse.

Also sold as Salazopyrin, Salazopyrin EN-Tabs, Sulazine EC. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.

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Should I take Sulfasalazine with food?: You can take sulfasalazine tablets with or without food. Take the liquid with food.
Can I drink alcohol with Sulfasalazine?: Yes, with care. You can drink alcohol, but it can irritate your gut so may make symptoms worse if you have inflammatory bowel disease.
Can I eat rich food with Sulfasalazine?: Yes, with care. If you have indigestion or feel sick, it's best to stick to simple meals, and avoid rich foods.
Can I eat spicy food with Sulfasalazine?: Yes, with care. If you have indigestion or feel sick, it's best to stick to simple meals, and avoid spicy foods.
Can I drink tea with Sulfasalazine?: Yes, with care. Avoid drinking tea in the evening if you have difficulty sleeping.
Can I drink coffee with Sulfasalazine?: Yes, with care. Avoid drinking coffee in the evening if you have difficulty sleeping.

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1 · What do you take?

Sulfasalazinealso Salazopyrin, Salazopyrin EN-Tabs, Sulazine EC

Sulfasalazine can cause stomach upset and dizziness. Alcohol may worsen gut symptoms, and rich or spicy food can make nausea and indigestion worse.

You can usually eat and drink normally while taking sulfasalazine. If you have indigestion or feel sick, stick to simple meals and avoid alcohol and spicy foods. Take tablets with or without food, but take the liquid with food. Drink plenty of fluids to help prevent kidney problems.

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2 · What do you want to eat or drink?

When to take it: You can take sulfasalazine tablets with or without food. Take the liquid with food.

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