Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is a topical antibacterial cream that can be used on cats, dogs, and horses to prevent burns from becoming infected. Without treatment, burns can easily become infected with dangerous bacteria or yeast, which can prevent them from healing and lead to serious infections. Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% offers protection against yeast infections and a broad range of bacterial strains, including common strains like E-coli and Staph. The moisture of the cream can help relieve itching, which is common during the healing process. Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
For: Dogs, Cats, and Horses
Benefits:
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The moisture of the cream provides relief from any itchiness associated with the healing process
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Helps decrease healing time
How it works:
Although scientists don't know exactly why silver sulfadiazine cream works, they do know that the antimicrobial agents within the sulfa-based cream help fight bacterial infections that are common in serious burns.
Cautions:
Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% should not be used on animals who are allergic to sulfur or sulfa drugs, or on pregnant or nursing animals. It is for use on skin only; do not put in or around your pet's eyes.
More Information:
What is the most important information I should know about Silver sulfadiazine:
Silver sulfadiazine is a prescription medicine not FDA approved for veterinary use; however, it is a commonly accepted practice for veterinarians to use this medication in cats, and dogs, and horses. Silver Sulfadiazine is available as a 1% cream in 85gm tubes. Silver Sulfadiazine is for topical use on the skin. Do not use in the eyes. Discontinue use of this medication and contact the veterinarian if fever, easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, dark colored urine, ulcers on treated skin areas, swelling or weight gain, urinating less than usual, or severe blistering or peeling skin rash occurs during treatment.
What is Silver sulfadiazine: Silver sulfadiazine is an antibiotic used on cats and dogs for treatment of 2nd and 3rd degree burns. It is also useful in treating localized skin infections caused by certain bacteria and yeast. Silver sulfadiazine may also be used for purposes other than those listed.
What should I discuss with my veterinarian before using Silver sulfadiazine on my pet:
Do not use Silver sulfadiazine if your pet is allergic to it or other sulfa medications. Tell your veterinarian if your pet has liver or kidney disease. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or if you intend to breed your pet.
How should this medication be used: Use this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Silver sulfadiazine is usually applied 1 or 2 times a day. Clean the affected area as directed by the veterinarian before applying. Periodic blood tests may be necessary during treatment. Store Silver sulfadiazine at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep out of the reach of children or pets.
What happens if I miss giving a dose: Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose the pet: An overdose of this medication is unlikely. If an overdose is suspected, seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.
What should I avoid while using Silver sulfadiazine on my pet:
Do not use this medication on pets allergic to it or any sulfa medication. Silver sulfadiazine may make your pet's skin more susceptible to sunlight. Avoid getting the medication in your pet's mouth or eyes. The person applying this medication to burn wounds should wear sterile disposable gloves.
What are the possible side effects of Silver sulfadiazine:
Side effects that may occur include an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. Contact your veterinarian if any of the following serious side effects occur: fever chills; easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; dark colored urine; ulcers on treated areas; blood in the urine; urinating less than usual; drowsiness, confusion, nausea and vomiting; swelling, weight gain; severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash. Less serious side effects may occur including: discoloration of treated skin; mild itching or burning; upset stomach. Continue the medication and talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.
What other drugs will affect Silver sulfadiazine:
Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given cimetidine (Tagamet) before using Silver sulfadiazine. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is using any other prescription or over the counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and medications prescribed by another veterinarian. Talk to the veterinarian or pharmacist before giving any prescription or over the counter medicines.
Where can I get more information: Your pharmacist has additional information about Silver sulfadiazine written for health professionals that you may read.
Call your veterinarian for medical advice about any side effects to your pet. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Directions:
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Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is a prescription antibacterial medication that is used topically on burns to prevent and treat bacterial and yeast infections.
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Before treating your pet with Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1%, wash your hands and then clean the affected area of your pet's skin as directed by your veterinarian. Once your pet's wound is clean, wash your hands thoroughly again and put on sterile disposable gloves. This is to avoid introducing additional bacteria and other infective agents into the burned area of your pet's skin.
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Apply the cream once or twice a day, as directed. After application, you may leave the wound uncovered, or cover it with a sterile gauze bandage. It is important that your pet's burn should be covered with the cream at all times, so if the cream rubs off on a bandage, your pet's bedding or other cloth, you may need to reapply the cream. Always reapply cream if your pet bathes or gets wet.
Tip: Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. Wear sterile gloves while applying, and apply only to cleaned areas.
Dosage:
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Following your veterinarian's directions, apply enough cream to cover the burn wounds in a layer about 1/16th of an inch thick. For reference, a penny is approximately 1/16th of an inch thick. Continue to apply cream to your pet for as long as you've been directed by your veterinarian even if your pet's burn appears to have greatly improved. However, do not continue application longer than directed.
Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep out of reach of children.
It could be depending on how much was licked off and for how long a period of time your pet was doing it. Your veterinarian can recommend ways to prevent the pet from licking the medication off.
Yes. Silver Sulfasalazine is for external use only. It is toxic if ingested. If enough is ingested, it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, or even temporary leg paralysis.
This yeast infection is not the result of a burn. Dog continually chews at nails on foot and yeast infection seems to appear under the jaw near the mouth after a few days of chewing or licking front paws. Been diagnosed by vet as yeast infection,but keeps reoccurring.
Silver Sulfadiazine is not intended to be used in the treatment of a yeast (fungal) infection. You may want to try clotrimazole cream. This is an antifungal medication that can be applied topically 2 times a day. Clotrimazole cream does not require a prescription. Once the yeast infection has cleared, use it for at least 2 additional days even if the skin is clear. You may need to use this medication for 10 to 14 days. If the infection has not cleared by then you should stop using and contact your veterinarian
My dog has 2 red, wart/pimple like marks on his paws. The are not flat on the skin but raised up. Is there a medication that I can apply or do you think I should take him to the Vet. He is 10 years old.
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