Question 1

What is Silver sulfadiazine used for?

Accepted Answer

Burns (first, second, and third degree), wound infections from burns, prevention of infection in burn wounds, leg ulcers, skin grafts

Question 2

How do you take Silver sulfadiazine?

Accepted Answer

This is a cream for use on the skin only — do not swallow it. Clean the burn wound gently, then apply a layer of cream about 1.5mm thick (like spreading butter) over the entire burned area once or twice daily. You can cover with a sterile bandage or leave it open as your doctor advises. Keep applying until the wound is healing well or a skin graft is done.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Silver sulfadiazine?

Accepted Answer

Burning or stinging feeling when you first apply the cream, skin rash or itching around the treated area, temporary greyish discoloration of the skin, feeling of tightness on the treated skin

Question 4

Who should not take Silver sulfadiazine?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to sulfonamide drugs (sulfa drugs) or silver, premature babies and newborns under 2 months old, pregnant women near their due date, people with a condition called G6PD deficiency (a blood condition more common in Nigeria), and people with severe liver or kidney problems.

Question 5

Is Silver sulfadiazine safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Do not use silver sulfadiazine cream during late pregnancy (close to delivery) or while breastfeeding, and consult your doctor before using it at any stage of pregnancy.

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