Sulfacetamide Topical
Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)
Sulfacetamide Topical Uses
Sulfacetamide Topical is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How Sulfacetamide Topical works
Sulfacetamide Topical is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
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Expert advice for Sulfacetamide Topical
- Your doctor has prescribed Sulfacetamide Topical to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
- Do not take Sulfacetamide Topical if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Sulfacetamide Topical and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Frequently asked questions for Sulfacetamide Topical
Yes, the use of Sulfacetamide Topical can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea gets severe, talk to your doctor about it.
Usually, Sulfacetamide Topical starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
No, do not stop taking Sulfacetamide Topical and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Sulfacetamide is a sulfa antibiotic
Yes. Sulfacetamide topical is used for pink eye (conjunctivitis; inflammation of the eye)
Sulfacetamide topical may cause burning sensation. Consult your doctor if burning continues for more than 48 hours.