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Dapsone

Common brand names:

Avlosulfon

Dapsone is an antibiotic effective against the bacteria that causes leprosy. It is an effective treatment for dermatitis herpetiformis, although it is unknown how dapsone helps with this disease. Dapsone is also used to prevent Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia in people infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

Dapsone is used both orally and topically. The interactions below only apply to drugs taken internally; they do not apply to topical forms.

Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods

What Are Nutrient Interactions

Types of interactions:beneficial= Beneficialadverse= Adversecheck= Check

Replenish Depleted Nutrients	PABA
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Reduce Side Effects	Brewer’s Yeast Probiotics Vitamin C and Vitamin E
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Support Medicine	Probiotics
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Reduces Effectiveness

none

Potential Negative Interaction

none

Explanation Required	Vitamin K
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The Drug-Nutrient Interactions table may not include every possible interaction. Taking medicines with meals, on an empty stomach, or with alcohol may influence their effects. For details, refer to the manufacturers’ package information as these are not covered in this table. If you take medications, always discuss the potential risks and benefits of adding a new supplement with your doctor or pharmacist.

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