Sulphacetamide
Sulphacetamide Information
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Sulphacetamide
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Sulphacetamide is a synthetic sulfonamide antibiotic for ophthalmic or topical administration. Sulfacetamide, because Sulphacetamide is water soluble and because a 30% solution has a pH of 7.4, is an ideal sulfonamide for ophthalmic administration. Despite the favorable pharmaceutical properties, use of sulfonamides in general has declined due to development of resistance.
Indications
Sulphacetamide is primarily indicated in conditions like Blepharitis, Conjuctivitis, Eye infections, Vaginosis.
Contraindication
Sulphacetamide is contraindicated in conditions like Herpes simplex infections,Renal failure,Corneal infection.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Sulphacetamide, which give rise to further complications include Conjunctivitis, Skin rashes, Corneal plaques.Sulphacetamide produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Stevens Johnson syndrome, Erythema multiforme. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Sulphacetamide therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Sulphacetamide are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Blurred vision, Burning, Vaginal irritation, Stinging on application.
Warnings
Consult with doctor about use of sulphacetamide during pregnancy or lactation.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Dosage
Sulphacetamide Dosage for Adults
| Dose | 10 to 30 % |
| Single Dose | 20 (20) |
| Frequency | 6 hourly |
| Route | Ophthalmic |
Sulphacetamide Dosage for Paedriatic
| Dose | 10 to 20 % |
| Single Dose | 15 (15) |
| Frequency | As recommended. |
| Route | Opthalmic |
| Note: As Required |
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