Silver Sulfadiazine Ointment is an effective drug for treating burns and preventing infections caused by it.... With its antibacterial properties, this ointment helps repair the skin and accelerate the healing process... We pay for Sulfadiazine.... If you want to know more about this product, stay with us until the end of this article.

Certificate information of silver sulfadiazine ointment

Trade names of silver sulfadiazine ointment

This product is sold under various brand names, including:

• Flamaxin
• Silverzen
• Silburn

What is silver sulfadiazine ointment for?

Flamexin ointment or silver sulfadiazine ointment is used for 2nd and 3rd degree burns.. This product treats or prevents the infection caused by the burn.. However, sometimes depending on the type of bacteria, it may not be suitable for treating the infection..

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How to use silver sulfadiazine ointment

Silver Sulfadiazine Ointment is usually used once or twice a day....Use this product exactly as directed and for as long as your doctor recommends....The burn must be completely healed before infection becomes a problem....Gently wash the burn area daily to help remove dead skin..Call your doctor if the burn becomes infected or worsens.

Before applying the medicine, clean the affected area and remove dead or burned skin.... Always use sterile disposable gloves when applying silver sulfadiazine ointment.... Cover the cleaned burn area with 0.2 cm of ointment.

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Side effects of sulfadiazine silver ointment

In some cases, the use of this ointment may be associated with side effects.... If the following symptoms are severe or do not improve with time, inform your doctor:

• Pain
• Burn
• Itching

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Serious side effects

Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Nausea or vomiting
Abnormal bleeding or bruising
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Dark colored urine
• Excretion of blood in the urine
• decrease in urine volume
• Swelling of the legs
• joint pain
Abnormal weakness or fatigue
• Skin rash
• shortness of breath
• Rapid or abnormal heartbeat
• Confused

Silver sulfadiazine ointment can cause severe skin reactions called Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrosis (TEN), and exfoliative dermatitis, which can be fatal if left untreated. If you develop a rash during treatment with the ointment, stop using the medication and call your doctor immediately. Go:

• Painful, red or purple skin
• Smooth red rash or blisters on the skin, mouth, nose and genitals
• Red, painful and watery eyes

Topical use of silver sulfadiazine ointment may lead to infection with other types of microbes such as fungi... If your wound infection does not improve or worsens, see a doctor.

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Precautions or Contraindications

You can protect yourself from the possible side effects of silver sulfadiazine ointment by observing the following points:

• Use silver sulfadiazine ointment only when your doctor has prescribed it for you.
• Do not share this product with others..even if they have the same condition as you....as it may harm them.
• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to silver sulfadiazine, sulfa drugs, or any other products.
• Talk to your doctor about a history of any medical conditions, especially kidney disease, liver disease, and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.
• This ointment is formulated for external use only... Do not let the medicine get into your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Do not use dressings, cosmetic products, lotions or other topical medications on the treated area unless your doctor gives you permission to do so.
• Place this medicine at room temperature and away from extreme heat and humidity.
• Keep silver sulfadiazine ointment out of the reach of children.

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Pharmaceutical interactions of Flamexin ointment

Before prescribing this product, be sure to give your doctor a list of all the medications, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking... It is especially important to talk to your doctor about other products you are using on the treated area.

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Sulfadiazine silver ointment interactions in the body

This ointment has antibiotic properties and destroys certain types of bacteria by affecting their cell wall or membrane.

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vulnerable people

Some people should use silver sulfadiazine ointment with caution or avoid trying it. These people include:

1.... Pregnant women

It is not known whether the use of silver sulfadiazine ointment during pregnancy affects the fetus or not.... If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your doctor about this...

2.... Lactating women

Currently, there is not enough information about the side effects of using silver sulfadiazine ointment during breastfeeding.. If you are breastfeeding your baby or plan to do so, talk to your doctor about stopping breastfeeding or avoiding the use of the ointment.. A baby whose mother uses silver sulfadiazine ointment is at risk of severe side effects.>

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3.... baby

The use of silver sulfadiazine ointment is not recommended for children under 2 months and premature babies....because there is a possibility of a serious side effect called icterus skull....Icterus skull is a condition in which a substance called bilirubin accumulates in the blood and damages the brain.

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Endword

To achieve the desired result and avoid possible side effects, you must use silver sulfadiazine ointment correctly and under the supervision of a doctor... If you need to use this ointment or if you have problems treating burns, it is better to see a dermatologist.

You can visit the website of GCORP LLC and consult the best specialist doctors including dermatologists online.... Also, GCORP LLC provides you with the possibility to make an appointment with the specialist you want through the online appointment system.

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