Pronunciation: SAL sa late
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750 mg, capsule, yellow, imprinted with AN 513
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500 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with AN 512
750 mg, capsule, yellow, imprinted with AN 513
500 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with AN 512
500 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with SL 390
750 mg, capsule, yellow, imprinted with AN 513
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You should not use this medicine if you have severe kidney disease, or if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin, an NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug), or other salicylates.
Salsalate can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). Salsalate may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal.
Salsalate is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in a group of drugs called salicylates (sa-LIS-il-ates).
Salsalate is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or rheumatic disorder.
Salsalate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Salsalate can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
Salsalate may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using salsalate, especially in older adults.
You should not use salsalate if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
Do not take this medicine if you have a fever, flu symptoms, or chickenpox. Salicylates can cause Reye's syndrome, a serious and sometimes fatal condition, if you have any of these conditions.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
If you are pregnant, you should not take salsalate unless your doctor tells you to. Taking an NSAID during the last 20 weeks of pregnancy can cause serious heart or kidney problems in the unborn baby and possible complications with your pregnancy.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Use the lowest dose that is effective in treating your condition.
It may take up to 4 days before you receive the full benefit of taking salsalate. Your doctor will determine how long to treat you with this medicine.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using salsalate.
If you need surgery, dental work, or a medical procedure, tell your healthcare professional you currently use this medicine. You may need to stop for a short time.
If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Avoid alcohol. Heavy drinking can increase your risk of stomach bleeding.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines that may contain a salicylate (such as aspirin, magnesium salicylate, choline salicylate, diflunisal, Ecotrin, Tricosal, Trilisate, and others).
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using other medicines for pain, fever, swelling, or cold/flu symptoms. They may contain ingredients similar to salsalate (such as aspirin, choline salicylate, or magnesium salicylate).
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
If you are also taking low-dose aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke, do not stop taking it or change your dose without your doctor's advice. Aspirin should be used for cardiovascular conditions only under the supervision of a doctor.
Avoid smoking, since it can also increase your risk of stomach bleeding.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).
Stop using salsalate and call your doctor at once if you have:
Older adults may be more likely to have side effects from salsalate.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Many drugs can affect salsalate, especially:
This list is not complete and many other drugs may affect salsalate. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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