Dapsone other names?

What other names does dapsone go by?

Dapsone is also known by these alternative names and spellings, which can show up on prescriptions and product labels:
- Dapsone (brand and generic labeling may vary by country)
- 4,4'-diaminodiphenylsulfone
- DDS (common abbreviation for 4,4'-diaminodiphenylsulfone)
- Diaminodiphenyl sulfone

What is the “generic name” vs. brand name?

“Dapsone” is the drug’s generic name. Brand names differ by manufacturer and country, but the active ingredient is the same (dapsone/4,4'-diaminodiphenylsulfone).

Could it be confused with similar-sounding drugs?

Dapsone’s chemical name (4,4'-diaminodiphenylsulfone) and abbreviation (DDS) are the most common “other names.” It is not the same as sulfasalazine, sulfamethoxazole, or dapagliflozin, which are different medications with different uses and ingredient names.

Do you mean “other names” for a prescription you have?

If you share the exact wording from your label (including any brand name or abbreviations), I can tell you whether it’s dapsone or something else and what the generic/chemical equivalent is.