How is Dapsone dosed?
For the oral route, the typical dosage for dapsone is as follows:
For Hansen's disease (leprosy):
- Adults and teenagers: 50 to 100 milligrams (mg) once a day; or 1.4 mg per kilogram (kg) (0.6 mg per pound) of body weight once a day. Dapsone should be taken with other medicines to treat Hansen's disease.
- Children: Dose is based on body weight. The usual dose is 1.4 mg per kg (0.6 mg per pound) of body weight once a day. Dapsone should be taken with other medicines to treat Hansen's disease.
For dermatitis herpetiformis:
- Adults and teenagers: 50 mg once a day to start. Your doctor will increase your dose, up to 300 mg once a day, until your symptoms are controlled. Then your dose will be decreased to the lowest dose that will still control your symptoms.
Always follow your doctor's instructions on dosing and do not change the dose unless your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the dosage form of Dapsone?
The oral dosage forms of dapsone are tablets.
How is Dapsone administered?
Dapsone oral route is administered as tablets. The dosage and administration instructions are specified for Hansen's disease (leprosy) and dermatitis herpetiformis. The dosage depends on the patient's age, body weight, and the medical condition being treated. It is important to follow the dosage instructions provided by a healthcare professional and not to miss any doses to maintain a constant level of the medicine in the blood.
What are common precautions when taking Dapsone?
Please consult with your doctor for personalized advice on the use of dapsone based on your medical condition and other factors.