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Silver Sulfadiazine Cream, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Burns. The alternative uses of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Silver Sulfadiazine Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Silver Sulfadiazine Cream contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Silver Sulfadiazine Cream is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Silver Sulfadiazine Cream is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream safe for pregnant women?
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Silver Sulfadiazine Cream again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream on the Kidneys?
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream on the Liver?
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream on the Heart?
You can take Silver Sulfadiazine Cream without any fear of damage to the heart.
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 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 Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silver Sulfadiazine Cream habit forming or addictive?
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Silver Sulfadiazine Cream as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Silver Sulfadiazine Cream
It is safe to take Silver Sulfadiazine Cream with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silver Sulfadiazine Cream
Drinking alcohol while on Silver Sulfadiazine Cream does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
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
