Saaz 500: price, uses & cheaper substitutes
Prescription required (Schedule H)
Saaz 500 contains Sulfasalazine 500 mg. Listed MRP is ₹50.40 for 10 (₹5.04 per tablet).
The lowest listed price for the same salt is ₹3.98 per tablet.
- MRP
- ₹50.40
- ₹ / tablet
- ₹5.04
- Pack
- 10
- Manufacturer
- Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Same-salt cheaper options
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / tablet | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulfamune 500 | Cipla Ltd | 10 | ₹39.84 | ₹3.98 | 19 October 2026 |
| SZN 500 | Hetero Healthcare Limited | 10 | ₹49.45 | ₹4.95 | 19 October 2026 |
| Saaz 500 | Ipca Laboratories Ltd | 10 | ₹50.40 | ₹5.04 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Same salt and strength only. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands. See all Sulfasalazine 500 mg brands, safety and side effects
What Sulfasalazine 500 mg is used for
- Rheumatoid arthritis – as a disease-modifying drug, often with methotrexate.
- Ulcerative colitis – treating flares and keeping the disease in remission.
- Ankylosing spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis affecting the peripheral joints.
- Crohn's disease of the colon, in some patients.
Frequently asked questions
Saaz 500 before or after food?
After food, with a full glass of water. Taking it on an empty stomach causes nausea and stomach pain. Swallow the coated tablet whole.
Why is my urine orange after taking Saaz?
Sulfasalazine and its breakdown products colour the urine, sweat and tears yellow-orange. It is harmless, though it can stain clothes and soft contact lenses.
How long does Saaz 500 take to work for rheumatoid arthritis?
Usually 6 to 12 weeks, because it slows the disease rather than just relieving pain. Painkillers may be needed in the meantime; your rheumatologist will review progress.
Is Saaz 500 safe in pregnancy?
Generally yes, with a folic acid supplement, because an arthritis or colitis flare is riskier than the medicine. Tell your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy.
Sources
- Tata 1mg product page (MRP as listed) (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Sulfasalazine (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Sulfasalazine (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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