Silver Sulfadiazine

Information About Silver Sulfadiazine

Uses of Silver Sulfadiazine

Silver sulfadiazine is commonly used in the treatment of bacterial infections and burns.

How Silver Sulfadiazine Works

Silver sulfadiazine is an antibiotic with bactericidal activity. It acts on the bacterial cell wall and cell membrane which kills the bacterias.

Side Effects of Silver Sulfadiazine

Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Hypersensitivity, Skin reactions, Haematuria, Crystalluria, Thrombocytopenia, Leucopenia, Eosinophilia

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Silver Sulfadiazine Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

No interaction as Silver Sulfadiazine is used topically.

Pregnancy Maybe Safe

Animal studies have shown no toxic effects on the foetus. However, it does not have adequate information on human studies, therefore, usage only if clearly justified, especially in women approaching or at term.

Lactation Limited Data

It is not known whether silver sulfadiazine is excreted in human milk but the sulfonamide class of drugs are known to have jaundice effect on newborns. Hence, usage can only be considered when benefits outweigh the harm.

Driving Generally Safe

Silver sulfadiazine usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Use With Care

Silver sulfadiazine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of silver sufadiazine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Limited Data

Silver sulfadiazine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of silver sulfadiazine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.