Silver Sulfadiazine & Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cream

Silver Sulfadiazine & Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cream Description

It is a combination medicine that is used to treat burn wounds. Specifically, its antiseptic property prevents infections and protects the skin, which helps speed up the healing process.

Importantly, it is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean, dry hands. Additionally, remember to wash your hands before and after applying the medicine.

In case it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina, rinse thoroughly with water. Typically, it may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. Moreover, the full course of treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If at any point your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.

Uses of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream

• Treatment of Burns

Benefits of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream

In Treatment of Burns
It helps in the prevention and treatment of infections in patients with burns. It kills infectious microorganisms and reduces pain and discomfort in the affected area. This promotes quick healing of the burns. Apply to the affected areas one or two times a day. Continue using it as directed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side Effects of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Burn Nil

• Itching
• Irritation
• Burning sensation at the site of application

This is usually a safe medicine; however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. In most cases, these side effects are mild and self-limiting, while serious side effects are rare. Nevertheless, you must consult your doctor if you experience any allergic reactions, such as rashes, itching, swelling, or shortness of breath.

Furthermore, before taking this medicine, it is important to inform your doctor if you are currently taking or have recently taken any other medications for the same or different conditions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use this medicine only with proper consultation and caution.

Moreover, if you are known to be allergic to this medicine, you should refrain from using it. In such cases, it is advisable to consult your doctor about prescribing an alternative medication for your condition. During treatment, avoid touching or scratching the wounded or burnt skin areas, as this may delay the healing process.

FAQ:

How to use Silver Sulfadiazine Cream?
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Silver Sulfadiazine Cream works?
It is a combination of two antibiotics: Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Silver Sulfadiazine. Chlorhexidine Gluconate is an antiseptic and disinfectant which works by binding strongly with skin. It kills infectious microorganisms and effectively cleans out cuts, wounds, and burns, preventing infection. Silver Sulfadiazine is an antibiotic. It stops bacteria from producing folic acid, a vitamin required for bacterial multiplication.