Sulfadiazine: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Sulfadiazine

INFORMATION ABOUT SULFADIAZINE

Sulfadiazine Uses

Sulfadiazine is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How Sulfadiazine works

Sulfadiazine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Common side effects of Sulfadiazine

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Decreased appetite, Photosensitivity

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13 Jun 2023 | 11:25 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Sulfadiazine

Safoderm

₹19 to ₹19

Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries

Syncom Formulations India Limited

1 variant(s)

Silvez

₹23 to ₹23

Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd

Expert advice for Sulfadiazine

Your doctor has prescribed Sulfadiazine 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 Sulfadiazine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Sulfadiazine 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 Sulfadiazine

Q. What if I don't get better after using Sulfadiazine?

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.

Q. Can I stop taking Sulfadiazine when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Sulfadiazine and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.