Sulfacetamide Sodium (sulfacetamide sodium)
Acne Antibiotics Topical Suspension, Topical (Ml)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
USES: This medication is used to treat acne. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria on the skin that can worsen acne. Sulfacetamide belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfa antibiotics.
Generic name: sulfacetamide sodium
Pronunciation: (SUL-fa-SEET-a mide)
Drug class: Acne Antibiotics
Therapeutic class: Dermatological
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Sulfacetamide Sodium:
- Acne Vulgaris
Also known as: Acne Simplex, Common Acne, Simple Acne.
Dosing
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| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Lotn | Maintenance | Apply to the affected area(s) by topical route 2 times per day. |
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfacetamide Sod 10% Top Susp | Maintenance | Apply to the affected area(s) by topical route 2 times per day. |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Lotn | Maintenance | Apply to the affected area(s) by topical route 2 times per day. |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Acne vulgaris | ||
| L70.0 | ICD10CM | Acne vulgaris |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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