Alti-sulfaSALAzine and Multihance

• Generic Name: sulfasalazine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Azulfidine, Azulfidine EN-tabs, Sulfazine

Sulfasalazine is used to treat and prevent ulcerative colitis. It works inside the bowels by helping to reduce the inflammation and other symptoms of the disease.

Sulfasalazine enteric-coated tablets are used to treat adults and children with rheumatoid arthritis in patients who have not been helped by or who cannot tolerate other medicines (eg, salicylates or NSAIDs) for rheumatoid arthritis.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: gadobenate dimeglumine
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Multihance

Multihance is a contrast agent that has magnetic properties. It is used in combination with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on the MRI or MRA.

Multihance is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the brain and spine (central nervous system). This medication is also used to diagnose atherosclerosis (clogged arteries).

Multihance may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.