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Silver Sulfadiazine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Silver Sulfadiazine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Silver Sulfadiazine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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 Silver Sulfadiazine is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Silver Sulfadiazine safe for pregnant women?
Silver Sulfadiazine may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Silver Sulfadiazine, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Silver Sulfadiazine safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Silver Sulfadiazine.
What is the effect of Silver Sulfadiazine on the Kidneys?
Silver Sulfadiazine rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Silver Sulfadiazine on the Liver?
Silver Sulfadiazine is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Silver Sulfadiazine on the Heart?
Silver Sulfadiazine is not harmful for the heart.
Silver Sulfadiazine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silver Sulfadiazine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silver Sulfadiazine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Silver Sulfadiazine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Silver Sulfadiazine. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Silver Sulfadiazine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Silver Sulfadiazine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Silver Sulfadiazine
Taking Silver Sulfadiazine with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silver Sulfadiazine
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Silver Sulfadiazine does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Silvadene® cream 1% (silver sulfadiazine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 706
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Silvadene® cream 1% (silver sulfadiazine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 706
