Mafenide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mafenide is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Mafenide safe for pregnant women?
Mafenide can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Mafenide, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Mafenide safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mafenide. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mafenide immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mafenide again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mafenide on the Kidneys?
Mafenide has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mafenide on the Liver?
Mafenide is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mafenide on the Heart?
You can take Mafenide without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mafenide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mafenide habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mafenide.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mafenide. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mafenide only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Mafenide for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mafenide
Taking Mafenide with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mafenide
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mafenide and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 705-706
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sulfamylon® (mafenide acetate)