Silver Sulfadiazine
Description
Silver Sulfadiazine is a topical antibiotic used for the prevention and treatment of wound infections in patients with second and third-degree burns. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Silver Sulfadiazine
- Burning sensation at the application site
- Itching of skin
- Skin rash
- Yellowing of skin and eyes
- Redness of skin
- Dark colored urine
Uses of Silver Sulfadiazine
What is it prescribed for?
- Burn wound infections
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to silver sulfadiazine, silver, or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Hypersensitivity reactions
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with severe allergies, bronchial asthma, or AIDS due to the increased risk of severe hypersensitivity reactions. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Crystalluria
Use of this medicine may cause crystalluria due to the precipitation of this medicine in the urinary tract. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from dehydration. Patients are advised to drink an adequate amount of water during treatment with this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
Missed Dose
Use/apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Sodium Nitrite
Prilocaine
Collagenase
Disease interactions
Bone Marrow Depression/Blood Dyscrasias
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with preexisting blood dyscrasias or bone marrow suppression due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any signs or symptoms such as a fever, sore throat, local infection, bleeding, pallor, dizziness, or jaundice to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of complete blood counts is recommended for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Porphyria
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from porphyria due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function may be required while using this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Renal impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of renal function may be required while using this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This medicine is meant for external use only. If the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help. Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not use this medicine for durations shorter or longer than recommended by your doctor. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Report any undesired side effects to the doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine acts on the cell wall and cell membrane of the bacteria to cause their death.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical antibiotics
Schedule
OTC
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Information on this page was last updated on 6 Jun 2018
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