Aczone and Sinusitis - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Sinusitis is reported as a side effect among people who take Aczone (dapsone), especially for people who are female, 30-39 old, have been taking the drug for 6 - 12 months also take Xyrem, and have Narcolepsy.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Sinusitis when taking Aczone. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 1,126 people who have side effects when taking Aczone from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Aczone?

Aczone has active ingredients of dapsone. It is often used in acne. eHealthMe is studying from 1,152 Aczone users. Check the latest studies of Aczone.

What is Sinusitis?

Sinusitis (inflammation of sinus) is found to be associated with 2,386 drugs and 2,678 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Sinusitis.

On Oct, 23, 2025

1,126 people reported to have side effects when taking Aczone.
Among them, 13 people (1.15%) have Sinusitis.

Among these 13 people:

How long have people been on Aczone when they have Sinusitis? *

What is the gender of people who have Sinusitis when taking Aczone? *

female: 84.62 %
male: 15.38 %

What is the age of people who have Sinusitis when taking Aczone? *

What are other drugs people take besides Aczone? *

Xyrem: 11 people, 84.62%
Singulair: 10 people, 76.92%
Adderall: 8 people, 61.54%
Vitamin D3: 4 people, 30.77%
Oxycodone And Acetaminophen: 4 people, 30.77%
Mucinex D: 4 people, 30.77%
Eliquis: 4 people, 30.77%
Nuvigil: 4 people, 30.77%
Wellbutrin: 4 people, 30.77%
Vitamin C: 3 people, 23.08%

What are other side effects people have besides Sinusitis? *

Upper Respiratory Tract Infection: 3 people, 23.08%
Psoriatic Arthropathy (inflammation of the skin and joints with kin condition which typically causes patches (plaques) of red, scaly skin to develop): 3 people, 23.08%
Fatigue (feeling of tiredness): 2 people, 15.38%
Fever: 2 people, 15.38%
Neuropathy Peripheral (surface nerve damage): 2 people, 15.38%
Malaise (a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness): 2 people, 15.38%
Glucose Tolerance Impaired (blood glucose is raised beyond normal levels, but not high enough to warrant a diabetes diagnosis): 2 people, 15.38%
Sleep Apnea Syndrome: 2 people, 15.38%
Tooth Disorder (tooth disease): 2 people, 15.38%
Allergic Rhinitis: 2 people, 15.38%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Narcolepsy (brain's inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles normally): 11 people, 84.62%
Cataplexy (loss of muscle tone accompanied by full conscious awareness): 7 people, 53.85%
Drowsiness: 3 people, 23.08%
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the nasopharynx): 1 person, 7.69%
Immunodeficiency Disorders: 1 person, 7.69%
High Blood Pressure: 1 person, 7.69%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Related publications that referenced our studies

Semira ZA, Zulfkar Q, Sameem F, "Livedo reticularis associated with dapsone therapy in a patient with chronic urticaria", Indian journal of pharmacology, 2014 Jan .
Semira ZA, Zulfkar Q, Sameem F, "Livedo reticularis associated with dapsone therapy in a patient with chronic urticaria", Indian journal of pharmacology, 2014 Jan .

How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on dapsone (the active ingredients of Aczone) and Aczone (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

WARNING, DISCLAIMER, USE FOR PUBLICATION

WARNING: Please DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting a physician since doing so could be hazardous to your health.

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