Sodium Sulfacetamide (sulfacetamide sodium)
Acne Antibiotics Topical Shampoo
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
USES: This medication is used to treat certain scalp conditions (dandruff, seborrhea). These scalp problems can sometimes be worsened by bacteria on the skin. This medication works by stopping the growth of certain skin bacteria.
Sulfacetamide belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfa antibiotics. Do not use this medication in children under 2 months old.
Generic name: sulfacetamide sodium
Pronunciation: (SUL-fa-SEET-a mide)
Drug class: Acne Antibiotics
Therapeutic class: Dermatological
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Sodium Sulfacetamide:
- Dandruff
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
Also known as: Branny Tetter, Dermatitis Seborrheica, Dyssebacea, Dyssebacia, Pityriasis Capitis, Pityriasis Sicca, Pityriasis Simplex, Scurf, Seborrhea Corporis, Seborrhea Furfuracea, Seborrhea Sicca, Seborrheic Eczema, Unna's Disease.
Dosing
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| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulfacetamide 9.8% Shampoo | Maintenance | Apply by topical route twice weekly to wet hair, massage vigorously into scalp and, then rinse thoroughly. |
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulfacetamide 9.8% Shampoo | Maintenance | Apply by topical route twice weekly to wet hair, massage vigorously into scalp and, then rinse thoroughly. |
Drug interactions
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There are no contraindication interactions for this drug.
Severe Interaction: Action is required to reduce the risk of severe adverse interaction.
Topical Sodium Sulfacetamide/Topical Silver
SEVERITY LEVEL: 2-Severe Interaction: Action is required to reduce the risk of severe adverse interaction.
MECHANISM OF ACTION: Topical sodium sulfacetamide and topical silver are physically incompatible.(1,2)
CLINICAL EFFECTS: Concurrent application of topical sodium sulfacetamide and topical silver preparations may result in decreased clinical effectiveness of the products.(1,2)
PREDISPOSING FACTORS: None determined.
PATIENT MANAGEMENT: Avoid using topical silver preparations on the same location as topical sodium sulfacetamide products.(1,2)
DISCUSSION: Topical sodium sulfacetamide and topical silver are physically incompatible.(1,2)
There are no moderate interactions for this drug.
Contraindications
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- Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (g6Pd) deficiency
- Hemoglobin H disease
- Hemolytic anemia from pyruvate kinase and g6PD deficiencies
There are no severe contraindications for this drug.
There are no moderate contraindications for this drug.
Adverse reactions
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Rare or Very Rare
- Agranulocytosis
- Blood dyscrasias
- Erythema
- Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (g6Pd) deficiency anemia
- Hepatic necrosis
- Hypersensitivity drug reaction
- Pruritus of skin
- Skin irritation
- Skin rash
- Stevens-johnson syndrome
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
There are no less severe adverse reactions for this drug.
Precautions
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dandruff | ||
| L21.0 | ICD10CM | Seborrhea capitis |
| Seborrheic dermatitis | ||
| L21 | ICD10CM | Seborrheic dermatitis |
| L21.0 | ICD10CM | Seborrhea capitis |
| L21.1 | ICD10CM | Seborrheic infantile dermatitis |
| L21.8 | ICD10CM | Other seborrheic dermatitis |
| L21.9 | ICD10CM | Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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