Recently diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and started taking Sulfasalazine. Feeling nauseous every day, no appetite and have a constant headache. Any suggestions from anyone?
Reply posted for Lizzies Mom.
I've been on Sulfa for many years. 3 pills, 3 times a day. The nausea has gone away, but it took time. and yes, make sure to take the meds after a meal. I also do lots of water b/c the Sulfa seems to make me more dehydrated and therefore more susceptible to a headache. Also breathing through the nausea helps.
Reply posted for tdub.
Definitely need to be sure to eat before you take the medications. I take mine with breakfast and dinner. And lots of water throughout day. Good luck!
Reply posted for tdub.
My daughter is experiencing the same thing. Have you had any change since your post?
Reply posted for Lizzies Mom.
My dosage is 2 x 500mg three times a day.
Reply posted for tdub.
My daughter and I are both on Sulfasalazine. What dosage are you on? My doc prescribed 500 mgs 2x day for two weeks then had me up it to 2-500 mgs 2xday thereafter. We typically take after breakfast and dinner with lots of water. Knock wood we haven't had any problems. Try taking after meal and depending on dosage, taking it before bed may help (perhaps you'll sleep through the nausea).
Good luck.
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