Silver sulfadiazine cream, USP 1% is a topical antimicrobial drug indicated as an adjunct for the prevention and treatment of wound sepsis in patients with second and third degree burns.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Silver sulfadiazine. Full label: DailyMed.
Silver sulfadiazine cream, USP 1% is a topical antimicrobial drug indicated as an adjunct for the prevention and treatment of wound sepsis in patients with second and third degree burns.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Silver sulfadiazine. Full label: DailyMed.
Prompt institution of appropriate regimens for care of the burned patient is of prime importance and includes the control of shock and pain. The burn wounds are then cleansed and debrided; silver sulfadiazine cream, USP 1% is then applied under sterile conditions. The burn areas should be covered with silver sulfadiazine cream, USP 1% at all times.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Silver sulfadiazine cream, USP 1% is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to silver sulfadiazine or any of the other ingredients in the preparation. Because sulfonamide therapy is known to increase the possibility of kernicterus, silver sulfadiazine cream, USP 1% should not be used on pregnant women approaching or at term, on premature infants, or on newborn infants during the first 2 months of life.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Absorption of silver sulfadiazine varies depending upon the percent of body surface area and the extent of the tissue damage. Although few have been reported, it is possible that any adverse reaction associated with sulfonamides may occur.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Several cases of transient leukopenia have been reported in patients receiving silver sulfadiazine therapy. 1,2,3 Leukopenia associated with silver sulfadiazine administration is primarily characterized by decreased neutrophil count. Maximal white blood cell depression occurs within two to four days of initiation of therapy. Rebound to normal leukocyte levels follows onset within two to three days.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
9 products from 8 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burn Aid Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) | JK Biochem Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tube of 25 gm Cream |
| Burnosaf Plus Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) | SAF Fermion Ltd | tube of 200 gm Cream |
| Safoderm Plus 1% Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries | tube of 10 gm Cream |
| Silmax 1% Ointment | Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) | Malar Healthcare | tube of 20 gm Ointment |
| Silovin Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) | Mandar Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tube of 25 gm Cream |
| Silvasia 20gm Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) | Willow Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tube of 20 gm Cream |
| Silvasia 250gm Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) | Willow Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tube of 250 gm Cream |
| Silver Sulfadiazine Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (NA) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd | tube of 500 gm Cream |
| Waifel Cream | Silver Sulfadiazine (0.1% w/w) | Ruan Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | tube of 25 gm Cream |
Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.
Silver sulfadiazine is recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for: Cuts, Wounds, Severe burns, Post-operative wound dressing, Bed sores.
For Cuts: Zinc oxide.
For Wounds: Flucloxacillin.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. NLEM listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
