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Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: May 21, 2020 | Replies (16)
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@larryatlarge

Why does sulfasalazine have to be taken AFTER a meal?Why not DURING a meal like all of my other RA medications?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 21, 2020

Hello @larryatlarge, Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. Mayo Clinic has some specific information for taking sulfasalazine for RA along with other conditions here: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/sulfasalazine-oral-route/proper-use/drg-20066179

The rheumatoid arthritis second doesn't specify taking it after a meal but the introduction information does say "Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor." Have you asked your doctor this question?

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