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What is Dapsone (DDS)?
Dapsone is an antibiotic used for the treatment or prevention of pneumonia. It is thought to work by decreasing levels of 4-Aminobenzoic acid, an essential nutrient for bacteria. It also may be used for treatment of skin infections, malaria, or certain types of arthritis.
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1 patient in the community are taking or have taken Dapsone (DDS).
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Slow my ALS progress | 1 | 100% |
Other treatments patients are taking for Slow my ALS progress include Riluzole, CoQ10 Coenzyme Q10, and Lithium Carbonate.
How long current patients have been taking Dapsone (DDS) or how long patients were taking Dapsone (DDS) before stopping.
Report created on November 08, 2009.