SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM / SULFUR CLEANSER 10% / 2% 227 GM
Generic: Sulfacetamide Sodium and Sulfur
SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM / SULFUR CLEANSER 10% / 2% 227 GM
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Identification
Sulfacetamide Sodium and Sulfur
Sodium Sulfacetamide 10 Sulfur 2 Cleanser
Acella Pharmaceuticals, LLC
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Administration
SOLUTION
TOPICAL
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Strength |
|---|---|
| SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM | 100 mg/g |
| SULFUR | 20 mg/g |
Pharmacological Class
Data sourced from openFDA / DailyMed. For full prescribing information, consult the drug label.
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Clinical Drug Information
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS: SODIUM SULFACETAMIDE 10% - SULFUR 2% CLEANSER is indicated for use in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.
Warnings
WARNINGS: Although rare, sensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide may occur. Therefore, caution and careful supervision should be observed when prescribing this drug for patients who may be prone to hypersensitivity to topical sulfonamides. Systemic toxic reactions such as agranulocytosis, acute hemolytic anemia, purpura hemorrhagica, drug fever, jaundice and contact dermatitis indicate hypersensitivity to sulfonamides. Particular caution should be employed if areas of denuded or abraded skin are involved. Sulfonamides are known to cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome in hypersensitive individuals. Stevens-Johnson syndrome also has been reported following the use of sodium sulfacetamide topically. Cases of drug induced systemic lupus erythematosus from topical sulfacetamide also have been reported. In one of these cases, there was a fatal outcome. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Dosage & Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Wash affected areas with SODIUM SULFACETAMIDE 10% - SULFUR 2% CLEANSER 1 to 2 times daily or as directed by a physician. Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Wet skin and liberally apply to areas to be cleansed, massage gently into skin for 10 to 20 seconds working into a full lather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. If drying occurs, it may be controlled by rinsing cleanser off sooner or using cleanser less often.
Adverse Reactions
ADVERSE REACTIONS: Although rare, sodium sulfacetamide may cause local irritation. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Clinical data sourced from openFDA drug labeling. For complete prescribing information, consult the full drug label.