Sulfacetamide Sodium And Sulfur
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10 Sulfur 2 Cleanser, Sodium Sulfacetamide 10 Sulfur 2 Cream, Sodium...
- Brand Names
- Sodium Sulfacetamide 10 Sulfur 2 Cleanser, Sodium Sulfacetamide 10 Sulfur 2 Cream, Sodium Sulfacetamide 10 Sulfur 5 Cleanser, Sodium Sulfacetamide 9 Sulfur 4.5 Wash, Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur, Sulfacetamide Sodium And Sulfur Sodium Sulfacetamide - Sulfur, Sumaxin Cleansing Pads, Sumaxin Cp
- Dosage Form
- KIT
- Product Type
- HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Description
DESCRIPTION: Sodium sulfacetamide is a sulfonamide with antibacterial activity while sulfur acts as a keratolytic agent. Chemically sodium sulfacetamide is N-[(4-aminophenyl) sulfonyl]-acetamide, monosodium salt, monohydrate. The structural formula is: Each gram of Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream contains 100 mg of Sodium Sulfacetamide and 20 mg of Sulfur in a base containing BHT, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol,Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylparaben, Fragrance, Glyceryl Monostearate SE, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Sodium Thiosulfate and Xanthan Gum. Chemical Structure
What Is Sulfacetamide Sodium And Sulfur Used For?
INDICATIONS: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream is indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Cleanse skin thoroughly before application. Apply a thin layer to affected areas 1-3 times daily or as directed by a physician. To minimize potential dryness, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to 2-3 times daily as needed or as directed by a physician.
Side Effects (Adverse Reactions)
ADVERSE REACTIONS: Although rare, sodium sulfacetamide may cause local irritation.
Warnings and Precautions
WARNINGS: Although rare, sensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide may occur. Therefore, caution and careful supervision should be observed when prescribing this drug for patients who may be prone to hypersensitivity to topical sulfonamides. Systemic toxic reactions such as agranulocytosis, acute hemolytic anemia, purpura hemorrhagica, drug fever, jaundice and contact dermatitis indicate hypersensitivity to sulfonamides. Particular caution should be employed if areas of denuded or abraded skin are involved.
Contraindications
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream is contraindicated for use by patients having known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, sulfur or any other component of this preparation. Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream is not to be used by patients with kidney disease.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Category C. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream. It is not known whether Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
NURSING MOTHERS: It is not known whether sodium sulfacetamide is excreted in the human milk following topical use of Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream. However, small amounts of orally administered sulfonamides have been reported to be eliminated in human milk. In view of this and because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream is administered to a nursing woman.
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 2% Cream is available in 2 oz (57 g) bottles, NDC 42192-150-02. Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. All prescription substitutions using this product shall be made subject to state and federal statutes as applicable. NOTE: this is not an Orange Book product and has not been subjected to FDA therapeutic equivalency or other equivalency testing. No representation is made as to generic status or bioequivalency. Each person recommending a prescription substitution using this product shall make such recommendations based on each such person’s professional opinion and knowledge, upon evaluating the active ingredients, excipients, inactive ingredients and chemical formulation information provided herein.
About This Information
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What are side effects?
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