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Silvadene (Silver Sulfadiazine)
Also Known as Flamazine
Prescription Required
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Product Details
Description
Silvadene Cream 1% Uses:
Silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) 1% is a cream that is used on the skin to prevent and treat wound sepsis in patients who have second- and third-degree burns.
Fact Table
Formula
C10H9AgN4O2S
License
US FDA
Bioavailability
1-10%
Legal status
Rx-Only
Chemical Name
Silver sulfadiazine
Elimination half-life
10 hours
Dosage (Strength)
1% Cream 50g
Pregnancy
Consult to Doctor
Brands
Silvadene
Protein binding
High
PubChem CID
441244
MedlinePlus
a682598
ChEBI
9142
ATC code
D06BA01
DrugBank
DB05245
KEGG
D00433
Routes of administration
Topical
Directions
Use Silvadene Cream 1% as directed by your doctor. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your doctor or pharmacy.
Apply the cream (about 1/16 inch in thickness) one to two times a day.
Your doctor will tell you how long you should use Silvadene Cream 1%.
Ingredients
Silver sulfadiazine is the active ingredient contained in Silvadene Cream 1%.
Contraindications
Patients who are allergic to silver sulfadiazine or to any of its other ingredients should not use the medication.
Silvadene Cream 1% should not be used on pregnant women who are close to or at term, premature infants, or newborn infants.
Cautions
- Before you begin using Silvadene Cream 1% for burns, tell your doctor about:
- Any medications you use, including other creams, lotions, or ointments
- Your allergies
- Your health conditions and past medical history
- Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- Absorption of Silvadene Cream 1% varies based on body surface area and tissue damage.
- Patients who are allergic to sulfonamides may develop a reaction to Silvadene Cream 1%.
- Fungal proliferation can occur in and below the dead tissue.
- Patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency may need to avoid Silvadene Cream 1%, as hemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells) can occur.
- Silvadene Cream 1% may need to be stopped in patients with liver and kidney problems.
- Do not get Silvadene Cream 1% in your eyes.
Side Effects
Abnormal white blood cell counts, skin breakdown, skin discoloration, burning, and rash are some Silvadene Cream 1% side effects that can occur. Call your doctor right away if you have side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
With a valid prescription from your doctor, you can buy Silvadene Cream 1% online at a competitive price at Canada Pharmacy.
Reference:
Silvadene Cream 1%. New York, NY: Pfizer, Inc; 2016.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 5461
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