Silver sulfadiazine
Also sold as: Silverex, Flamazine
Prescription neededSkin medicines
Comes as:Cream
Usual adult dose
For burns: clean the wound and apply a thin layer (about 3 mm to 5 mm) of 1% cream once or twice a day under a clean dressing, as directed by a health worker.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- burning or pain when applied
- itching
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- severe skin rash
- fever with sore throat (low white blood cells)
- grey skin colour after long use on large areas
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Allergy to sulfa medicines
- Newborn babies under 2 months
- Late pregnancy (near delivery)
- Severe liver or kidney disease with large burns (use with caution)
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.