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What is Sodium Sulfacetamide
OctasulfurThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummarySulfur is a naturally occurring element found in all living tissues. The most common form of sulfur used in medicine is called Octasulfur (S8). It is the third most abundant mineral in the human body, after calcium and phosphorus. Sulfur is also found in some foods, such as garlic, onions, and broccoli. It can be taken by mouth to treat symptoms such as shortness of breath, allergies, pharyngitis, high cholesterol, clogged arteries, menopause, and upper respiratory tract infections like the common cold. Sulfur has antibacterial properties and can also be used to treat acne
Adult Acnomelis the brand name
Sodium Sulfacetamide Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Adult Acnomel
Octasulfur
1946
0
Effectiveness
How Sodium Sulfacetamide Affects PatientsSulfur is changed into hydrogen sulfide (H2S) by bacteria. H2S is deadly to bacteria (including the bacteria that causes acne), fungi, and parasites like scabies mites.
How Sodium Sulfacetamide works in the bodySulfur is used to treat skin conditions like acne, rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitis. It works by breaking down dead skin cells and killing bacteria, fungi, mites and other parasites. It can be found in lotions, creams, powders, soaps, and bath additives.
When to interrupt dosage
The dosage of Sodium Sulfacetamide corresponds to the stated condition. The measure of dosage fluctuates in accordance with the method of delivery outlined in the following table.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Acne Vulgaris
, 35.0 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 0.03 mg/mg, 0.06 mg/mg, 60.0 mg/mL, 0.08 mg/mL, 0.06 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.02 mg/mg, 0.4 mg/mL, 0.0045 mg/mg, 0.045 mg/mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.05 mL/mL, 0.035 mg/mg, 0.3 mg/mg, 1.2 mg/mg, 150.0 mg/mL, 48.75 mg/mL, 140.0 mg/mL, 0.12 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mg, 0.03 mL/mL, 20.0 mg/mL, 0.08 mg/mg, 0.004 mL/mL, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.002 mL/mL, 0.97 mg/mg, 0.14 mg/mg, 388.0 mg, 2.0 %, 8.0 %, 5.0 %, 1.5 %, 3.0 %, 2.5 %, 10.0 %, 7.5 %, 3.75 %, 4.0 %, 50.0 mg, 0.048 mg/mg, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.064 mg/mg, 80.0 mg/mL, 0.112 mg/mg, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 330.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.024 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mg, 0.071 mg/mg, 120.0 mg/mL, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.125 mg/mg, 3.5 mg/mL, 15.0 mg, 600.0 mg/mL, 8.33 mg, 0.033 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.09 mg/mg, 0.066 mg/mg, 0.056 mg/mg, 0.084 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mL, 35.0 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg/mg, 0.44 %, 42.5 mg/mL, 7.553 %, 0.32 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Liquid, Liquid - Topical, Soap, Soap - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Paste, Paste - Topical, Swab, Swab - Topical, Cloth, Cloth - Topical, Rinse, Rinse - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Topical, Kit, Powder, Powder - Topical, Vaginal, Liquid - Vaginal, Transdermal, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, Lotion, augmented, Lotion, augmented - Topical, Oral; Topical, Powder - Oral; Topical, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Liquid; Shampoo, Liquid; Shampoo - Topical, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Emulsion, Emulsion - Topical, Kit - Topical, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Soap - Cutaneous, Cutaneous
Acne Vulgaris
, 35.0 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.02 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 0.03 mg/mg, 0.06 mg/mg, 60.0 mg/mL, 0.08 mg/mL, 0.06 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 40.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.02 mg/mg, 0.4 mg/mL, 0.0045 mg/mg, 0.045 mg/mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.05 mL/mL, 0.035 mg/mg, 0.3 mg/mg, 1.2 mg/mg, 150.0 mg/mL, 48.75 mg/mL, 140.0 mg/mL, 0.12 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mg, 0.03 mL/mL, 20.0 mg/mL, 0.08 mg/mg, 0.004 mL/mL, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.002 mL/mL, 0.97 mg/mg, 0.14 mg/mg, 388.0 mg, 2.0 %, 8.0 %, 5.0 %, 1.5 %, 3.0 %, 2.5 %, 10.0 %, 7.5 %, 3.75 %, 4.0 %, 50.0 mg, 0.048 mg/mg, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.064 mg/mg, 80.0 mg/mL, 0.112 mg/mg, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 330.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.024 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 0.04 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mg, 0.071 mg/mg, 120.0 mg/mL, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.125 mg/mg, 3.5 mg/mL, 15.0 mg, 600.0 mg/mL, 8.33 mg, 0.033 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.09 mg/mg, 0.066 mg/mg, 0.056 mg/mg, 0.084 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mL, 35.0 mg/mL, 0.0048 mg/mg, 0.44 %, 42.5 mg/mL, 7.553 %, 0.32 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Liquid, Liquid - Topical, Soap, Soap - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Paste, Paste - Topical, Swab, Swab - Topical, Cloth, Cloth - Topical, Rinse, Rinse - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Topical, Kit, Powder, Powder - Topical, Vaginal, Liquid - Vaginal, Transdermal, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, Lotion, augmented, Lotion, augmented - Topical, Oral; Topical, Powder - Oral; Topical, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Liquid; Shampoo, Liquid; Shampoo - Topical, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Emulsion, Emulsion - Topical, Kit - Topical, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Powder - Oral, Soap - Cutaneous, Cutaneous
Warnings
Common Sodium Sulfacetamide Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Sodium Sulfacetamide Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe toxic dose of this drug in rats has been found to be greater than 5,000 mg/kg and greater than 8,437 mg/kg when given orally.
Sodium Sulfacetamide Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Sodium Sulfacetamide?
5 active studies are presently examining the potential of Sodium Sulfacetamide for managing Acne Vulgaris.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Acne Vulgaris
0 Actively Recruiting
Acne Vulgaris
0 Actively Recruiting
Patient Q&A Section about sodium sulfacetamide
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What does sodium sulfacetamide do to your skin?
"Sodium sulfacetamide is an antibacterial that inhibits the growth of bacteria that can cause acne and worsen other skin conditions. It is a sulfa antibiotic. Sulfur works by helping to remove the top layer of dead skin. It is a keratolytic."
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How long does it take for sulfacetamide to work?
"How long does it take Avar to work? According to healthcare providers, it might take up to 12 weeks to see effects. However, results may be different for each person depending on the severity and the condition being treated."
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What is sulfacetamide sodium solution used for?
"Ophthalmic sulfacetamide prevents the growth of bacteria that can cause certain eye infections. It can be used to treat eye infections or to prevent them from developing after an injury."
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Is sodium sulfacetamide available over the counter?
"Sodium sulfacetamide 10% and sulfur 5% cleanser is an acne treatment product that is available over the counter and by prescription."
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