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Dapsone (DAP-sone) , a sulfone, belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives. Dapsone is used to treat leprosy (Hansen's disease) and to help control dermatitis herpetiformis, a skin problem. When it is used to treat leprosy, Dapsone may be given with one or more other medicines. Dapsone may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Dapsone is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Oral Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Dapsone is used to treat leprosy and skin infections. Dapsone is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Dapsone comes as a tablet to take by mouth. Dapsone usually is taken either once a day or three times a week. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Dapsone exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Brand names: - Avlosulfon - Dapsone |