sulphadiazine 500mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
๐คฐ Pregnancy Category C
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 23, 2026
What is sulphadiazine 500mg tablet used for?
sulphadiazine 500mg tablet (Sulfadiazine (500mg)) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Sulfadiazine (500mg), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Sulfadiazine (500mg)
- Manufacturer: Abbott
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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๐ sulphadiazine 500mg tablet Uses & Benefits
- Sulphadiazine 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.
- It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg.
- pneumonia, bronchitis), ear, urinary tract, and intestines.
- It is also used to treat some parasitic infections.Sulphadiazine 500mg Tablet works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
- It may be taken with or without food.
- You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.
- Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it.
- The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better.
- If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic reaction.
- Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, inflammation" class="semantic-link" title="Medicines for swelling" itemprop="relatedLink">swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics (especially sulpha medicines) or have any kidney or liver problems.
- You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
- Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
- Your doctor may monitor you with regular blood and urine tests during treatment.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Sulfadiazine (500mg) |
| Brand Name | sulphadiazine 500mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Abbott |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Sulphonamides |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take sulphadiazine 500mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of sulphadiazine 500mg tablet
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Allergic reaction
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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๐ Substitutes for sulphadiazine 500mg tablet
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Sulfadiazine (500mg)):
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.