Sulfacetamide Sulfur Drug Information
Generic name: SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM AND SULFUR
Uses of Sulfacetamide Sulfur
Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% - Sulfur 4.25% Suspension is indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.
Dosage & Administration of Sulfacetamide Sulfur
before use. Cleanse affected areas. Apply Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% - Sulfer 4.25% Suspension once or twice daily to affected areas, or as directed by your physician.
Wet skin and liberally apply to areas to be cleansed. Massage gently into skin for 10-20 seconds, working into a full lather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. If skin dryness occurs, it may be controlled by rinsing off Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% - Sulfer 4.25% sooner or using less often.
Side Effects of Sulfacetamide Sulfur
Reports of irritation and hypersensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide are uncommon. The following adverse reactions, reported after administration of sterile ophthalmic sodium sulfacetamide, are noteworthy: instances of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and instances of local hypersensitivity which progressed to a syndrome resembling systemic lupus erythematosus; in one case a fatal outcome was reported (see WARNINGS ). Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS or obtain product information, contact Allegis Pharmacuticals, LLC at 1-866-633-9033 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Warnings & Cautions for Sulfacetamide Sulfur
Although rare, sensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide may occur. Therefore, caution and careful supervision should be observed when prescribing this drug for patients who may be prone to hypersensitivity to topical sulfonamides. Systemic toxic reactions such as agranulocytosis, acute hemolytic anemia, purpura hemorrhagica, drug fever, jaundice and contact dermatitis indicate hypersensitivity to sulfonamides.
Particular caution should be employed if areas of denuded or abraded skin are involved. Sulfonamides are known to cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome in hypersensitive individuals. Stevens-Johnson syndrome also has been reported following the use of sodium sulfacetamide topically.
Cases of drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosus from topical sulfacetamide also have been reported. In one of these cases, there was a fatal outcome. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE. Avoid contact with eyes, lips and mucous membranes.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Keep container tightly closed.
Drug Interactions with Sulfacetamide Sulfur
Drug Interactions This product is incompatible with silver preparations.
Pregnancy Safety for Sulfacetamide Sulfur
Category C Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% - Sulfer 4.25% Suspension. It is not known whether Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% - Sulfer 4.25% Suspension can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Sodium Silfacetamide 9% - Sulfer 4.25% should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed or when potential benefits outweigh potential hazards to the fetus.
Pediatric Use of Sulfacetamide Sulfur
Safety and effectiveness in children under the age of 12 have not been established.
Contraindications for Sulfacetamide Sulfur
Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% - Sulfer 4.25% Supesnion is contraindicated for use by patients having known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, sulfur or any other component of this preparation. Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% - Sulder 4.25% Supension is not to be used by patients with kidney disease.
Overdosage Information for Sulfacetamide Sulfur
The oral LD 50 of sulfacetamide in mice is 16.5 g/kg. In the event of overdosage, emergency treatment should be started immediately. Manifestations Overdosage may cause nausea and vomiting.
Large oral overdosage may cause hematuria, crystalluria and renal shutdown due to the precipitation of sulfa crystals in the renal tubules and the urinary tract. For treatment, contact your local Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222), or your doctor.
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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