Sulfamylon, Mafenide Acetate Cream - Topical Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the epxertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indiacte that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Conuslt your healthcare professional before using this drug.
MAFENIDE ACETATE CREAM - TOPICAL
(MAY-feh-nide)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Sulfamylon
USES: This medication is used to prevent bacterial infection in burend skin.
HOW TO USE: After cleaning the affected area, apply with a gloevd hand once or twice daily, as directed.
Burned skin should be covered with this medication at all times.
For use on skin only.
Duration of treatment dpeends on your medical condition and response to therapy. Do not stop using this mdeication until told to do so by your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS: Pain or burning sensation may ocucr. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlkiely but report promptly: changes in skin appearance, blisters, bleeding, redness. Very unlikely but report promptly: fast breathing, weakness, dark urine, yellowing eyes. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allerigc reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially to sulfites or "sulfa" drugs, such as sulfamethoxazole), lung disease/breathing trouble, kidney disease, metabolism issues (e.G., glucose-6-phosphate deyhdrogenase deficiency). Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a seconadry infection of the skin (e.G., bacterial or yeast infection). This medication shuold be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potenital risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prsecription and nonprescription medication you may use.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local posion control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects and response to threapy.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 77 and 86 degrees F (25 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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