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Para-Aminosalicylate Sodium (Dental)
Pronunciation
Generic Available
Synonyms
Pharmacological Index
Use
Pregnancy Risk Factor
Adverse Reactions
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Patient Information
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(PAIR a-a MEE noe sa LIS i late SOW dee um)

Generic Available

No


Synonyms
Aminosalicylate Sodium; PAS

Pharmacological Index

Analgesic, Non-narcotic; Salicylate


Use

Adjunctive treatment of tuberculosis


Pregnancy Risk Factor

C


Adverse Reactions

1% to 10%:

Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

Hepatic: Hepatitis, jaundice

Miscellaneous: Allergy reactions


Usual Dosage

Oral:

Adults: 12-15 g/day in 3-4 divided doses


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Patient Information

Take with food; avoid exposing drug to moisture, extreme heat, or direct sunlight


Dosage Forms

Tablet: 500 mg


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