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Ssd Af Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Silver sulfadiazine 1%; crm; alcohol-free.
Pharmacological Class
Sulfonamide antibacterial.
See Also
How Supplied
SSD—25g, 50g, 85g, 400g
SSD AF—50g, 400g
SSD AF—50g, 400g
Manufacturer
Ssd Af Indications
Indications
Prophylaxis and treatment of sepsis in 2nd and 3rd degree burns.
Ssd Af Dosage and Administration
Adult
Apply 1–2 times daily aseptically to approximately 1/16 inch depth to cleansed and debrided burns. Reapply promptly if removed. Continue until wound is healed. May be occluded.
Children
Not recommended.
Ssd Af Contraindications
Contraindications
Premature infants. Within first 2 months of birth. Late pregnancy.
Ssd Af Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Ssd Af Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
G6PD deficiency. Impaired renal or hepatic function. Monitor serum sulfa levels and renal function in extensive burns. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Ssd Af Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Ssd Af Interactions
Interactions
Leukopenia increased with concomitant cimetidine. May inactivate debriding enzymes.
Ssd Af Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Transient leukopenia, skin necrosis, erythema multiforme, skin discoloration, burning sensation, rash, fungal overgrowth, interstitial nephritis, systemic sulfonamide reactions.
Ssd Af Clinical Trials
See Literature
Ssd Af Note
Not Applicable
Ssd Af Patient Counseling
See Literature
