Title: Sulfasalazine | VCA Animal Hospital
Headings: Sulfasalazine
Sulfasalazine
By Rania Gollakner, BS, DVM, MPH
What is sulfasalazine?
How is sulfasalazine given?
What if I miss giving my pet the medication?
Are there any potential side effects?
Are there any risk factors for this medication?
Are there any drug interactions I should be aware of?
Is there any monitoring that needs to be done with this medication?
How do I store sulfasalazine?
What should I do in case of emergency?
Chamomile
Fish Oil
Amoxicillin

Content: Sulfasalazine (brand names: Azulfidine®, Sulfazine®, Salazopyrin®) is a sulfonamide antibacterial and immunosuppressive medication used to treat inflammatory large bowel disease, as well as for vasculitis in dogs. Its use in cats, dogs, ferrets, and horses to treat inflammatory large bowel disease or vasculitis is ‘off label’ or ‘extra label’. Many drugs are commonly prescribed for off label use in veterinary medicine. In these instances, follow your veterinarian’s directions and cautions very carefully as their directions may be significantly different from those on the label. How is sulfasalazine given? Sulfasalazine is given by mouth in the form of a tablet. Give this medication with food. Handle this medication with caution if you have a known allergy to sulfa drugs; wearing gloves is recommended and be sure to wash your hands after administering.