Sulfacetamide Sodium
Also known as: Soluble Sulphacetamide
Sulfacetamide sodium is a sulfonamide antibacterial i-e used with sodium salt in infections or injuries of eyes.
Primary Characteristics
Sulfacetamide Sodium is also known as Soluble Sulphacetamide.
Molecular Weight: 254.2 · Solubility in Water: soluble · Solubility in Alcohol: sparingly soluble · Non-proprietary name: Sulfacetamide sodium.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Sulfacetamide Sodium is primarily indicated in conditions like Eye infections.
Sulfacetamide Sodium is also indicated for secondary conditions like Trachoma.
Contraindications
Sulfacetamide Sodium is contraindicated in conditions like Corneal infection, Hypersensitivity.
Dosage
Sulfacetamide Sodium's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0 – 0 | — | — | Squeeze small amount to inner corner of infected eye,repeat 3 times a day. | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Sulfacetamide Sodium are Exfoliative dermatitis .
Sulfacetamide Sodium is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Erythema, Photosensitivity, Skin rash.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
None recorded.
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.6.2.2.8 — Sulphonamides and trimethoprim