Dapsone - Content,class ,usage,side effect and pregnancy category

Content of Dapsone tablet

Dapsone is diaminodiphenyl sulfone (DDS)

Class of Dapsone tablet

Dapsone is coming under the class of  Antileprosy drug.

Usage of Dapsone tablet

Leprosy
Acne vulgaris
Dermatitis
Pneumocystic pneumonia

Side effects of Dapsone tablet

Haemolysis and methaemoglobinaemia
Allergic dermatitis
Hepatitis
Agranulocytosis
Rash
Fever
Jaundice
Gastrointestinal irritation
Tachycardia
Insomnia
Headache
Blurred vision
Vertigo
Anorexia

FDA pregnancy category -C

Dapsone falls under the category C of US FDA.Animal reproduction studies have 

shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.