Dapsone (Dapsone)

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Brand Name: Dapsone

Generic Name: Dapsone

Manufacturer/Agent: Cosmos Ltd

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 100mg

Pack size: 100

Trade Price: KES 200.00

Retail Price: @ KES 2.67

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Class: Antileprotics (Anti-infectives)

Mechanism of Action:

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Synonym: Diaphenylsulfone

Molecular Formulae: C12H12N2O2S = 248.3

Precautions: Severe anaemia.

Indications/Uses: All forms of leprosy 1-2mg/kg.

Interactions: Increased toxicity with folate antagonists such as methotrexate. increase levels with protease inhibitors.

Side Effects: Nausea. vomiting. allergic skin reactions. haemolysis. neuropathy. tachycardia. headache. insomnia.

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