Why Choose Silvadene Burn Cream?
- Silvadene contains antimicrobial properties of the sulfa drug class
- It kills harmful microorganisms by attacking their cell membrane and their cell walls
- This silver burn cream also suppresses the growth of bacteria and yeast-like Candida Albicans
- Studies find Silvadene Cream to be better than Ag- PHEMA, Sulfamylon, or cerium-Silvadene.
- Silvadene Ointment can be applied and left open or covered by a dressing, as per requirements.
Ingredients of Silvadene Cream
Each gram of Silvadene Cream 1% contains -
- 10 mg of micronized silver sulfadiazine
- White petrolatum
- Stearyl alcohol
- Isopropyl myristate
- Sorbitan monooleate
- Polyoxyl 40 stearate
- Propylene glycol
- Water
- Methylparaben 0.3% as a preservative
What is Silver Sulfadiazine Cream used for?
Indications
Contraindications:
- Allergic reaction and sensitivity to silver or any ingredients
- Pregnancy
- Premature infants
- Infants below 2 months of age
Side Effects of Silvadene Burn Cream
- Fatigue or weakness
- Sore throat
- Pain in joints
- Yellowing of the eyes or skin
- Transient leukopenia (decreased neutrophil count)
- Skin discoloration
- Burning sensation
- Rashes
- Interstitial nephritis
- Unexplained bruising or unusual bleeding
- Blood in urine
If any of the above symptoms are visible in the patient, immediately contact the family doctor and stop using the cream until further clearance.
How to Apply Silver Sulfadiazine Cream for Burns?
1. Clean the wound site, and remove any debris or dead and burnt skin
2. Wear gloves if applying by hand
3. Apply a thin layer of cream covering the wound and perineal area
4. Cover the wound or keep it open as advised
5. Reapply the ointment once it wears off every few hours
Administered Dosage of Silvadene Cream for Burns
- Grown-ups are required to apply Silvadene twice a day and reapply as needed during daily tasks.
- Continue using Silvadene cream until the wound is healed or the site is ready for skin grafting.
- Consult a physician for dosage requirements for children
Silvadene Silver Sulfadiazine Cream - FAQs
1. How long does it take for silver sulfadiazine to work?
A study reveals that wound healing among users of SSD (Silver Sulfadiazine) was evident in 72% of patients by day 7, and 84% were completely healed by day 21.
2. How many times a day should you use Silvadene?
Silvadene Cream should be applied twice a day in 10-12 hr. cycles and reapplied if it wears off in day-to-day tasks.
3. What should you do if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
4. Can you put Silvadene on an open wound?
Yes, for most surface wounds applying Silvadene on an open wound after debriding will prevent infection and keep bacteria at bay.
5. What does Silvadene do for a burn?
The Silver Sulfadiazine present in Silvadene Cream helps kill bacteria and prevent infection from spreading in the bloodstream that may cause severe issues like Sepsis.
6. Does Silvadene cream help with pain?
Application of Silvadene Burn Cream Silver on severe sunburns reported decreased pain and faster healing.
7. Does Silvadene turn skin black?
No. The cream does turn black as the silver ion oxidizes, but the black pigments are not incorporated into the skin. The permanent discoloration is due to the burn and may eventually fade away.
8. Does Silvadene lower your White Blood Cell count?
There is a small risk of having a lower white blood cell count (leukopenia) when you use Silvadene. Low white blood cell count usually happens two to four days after a person starts treatment with Silvadene.
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