Safoderm Plus
Safoderm Plus Products are primarily used for
Burns
About Safoderm Plus Products
Uses of Safoderm Plus Products
Silver Sulfadiazine is used in the treatment of burns. It is applied on the burnt skin from getting infected.
Safoderm Plus Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Safoderm Plus are Rash, Interstitial nephritis, Skin discoloration, Burning sensation, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Skin necrosis, Erythema multiforme, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Aplastic anemia, Low blood platelets, Hemolytic anemia, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Exfoliative dermatitis, Gastrointestinal symptoms, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Liver necrosis, Central nervous system depression, Renal toxicity.
How Safoderm Plus Products work
Silver Sulfadiazine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Patient Concerns about Safoderm Plus Products
Frequently asked questions about Safoderm Plus Products
Frequently asked questions about Silver Sulfadiazine
Q. Is it good for burns?
Yes, Safoderm Plus 1% Cream is good in the treatment of burns. It is used in to prevent and treat burn infection.
Q. Is silver sulfadiazine cream good for sunburns?
Yes, Safoderm Plus 1% Cream is used to treat severe sun burns.
Q. Does silver sulfadiazine prevent scarring?
Safoderm Plus 1% Cream is a topical antimicrobial agent used to prevent and treat infection of burns. It has no known effects on scars
Q. Does Safoderm Plus 1% Cream works on acne?
Silver sulfadiazine is a topical antimicrobial agent used as an adjunct to prevent and treat infection of burns. Its use on the face is usually avoided. Hence, it is not recommended for acne
Q. Does silver sulfadiazine help with pain?
Silver sulfadiazine treats the infection associated with burns, thereby reducing pain and inflammation. It has no direct effect on pain.
Q. How long does Safoderm Plus 1% Cream takes to work?
Usually, Safoderm Plus 1% Cream starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Safoderm Plus 1% Cream?
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 Safoderm Plus 1% Cream when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Safoderm Plus 1% Cream and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Safoderm Plus 1% Cream cause staining of skin?
Yes, Safoderm Plus 1% Cream can cause a temporary staining of skin.