Question 1

does silver sulfadiazine contain iodine?

Accepted Answer

No.: In addition to silver sulfadiazine, it contains white petrolatum, stearyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, sorbitan mono-oleate, polyoxyl 40 stearate, propylene glycol, and water, with methylparaben 0.3% as a preservative. No iodine.

Question 2

will silver sulfadiazine help my scars?

Accepted Answer

No: Scars are best handled by a specialist. Creams won't touch them beyond making them briefly less visible. If they're from acne, get with a plastic surgeon or dermatologist who can offer laser, microsurgery, or filler.

Question 3

what is silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) cream known as in the uk?

Accepted Answer

Flamazine: Silver sulfadiazine, a topical antibiotic, is known as flamazine (or sometimes SSD) in the UK.

Question 4

can i use silver sulfadiazine on vagina?

Accepted Answer

WHY????: You could. But the real question is WHY????First define the problem, then devise a remedy.

Question 5

is it safe to use silver sulfadiazine on a sty?

Accepted Answer

No: Slivadene cream is not indicated for use around the eye.  It may cause eye irration and burning.  See your doctor for appropriate treatment.

Question 6

can silver sulfadiazine be used to treat diaper rash?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea.: Silver is a toxic metal and has caused some problems in older children and adults when used to treat burns. For that reason silver sulfadiazine is no longer a favored agent. Babies have thinner skin that absorbs chemicals more readily, especially if ti's irritated or raw.  So stick with the usual diaper rash products. Check with your pediatrician if the rash is severe or not clearing up.

Question 7

can i use silver sulfadiazine on a baby's diaper rash?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea.: Silver is a toxic metal and has caused some problems in older children and adults when used to treat burns. For that reason silver sulfadiazine is no longer a favored agent. Babies have thinner skin that absorbs chemicals more readily, especially if ti's irritated or raw.  So stick with the usual diaper rash products. Check with your pediatrician if the rash is severe or not clearing up.

Question 8

can silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) cream cure ringworm?

Accepted Answer

NO: Get an antifungal. There are several creams available without prescription. The generics are not expensive. They include miconazole, clotrimazole, ketoconazole, terbinafine. The most effective is oral terbinafine. Many skin disorders may look like "ring worm" but are not caused by fungus. If you fail to respond to this treatment you should see a dermatologist.

Question 9

will silver sulfadiazine help chaffing in my groin area?

Accepted Answer

Prescription med: If it was prescribed for you and it is left over,then yes it may help.  If not prescribed for you, don't take it.  Any prescription drug can be recommended/prescribed only after knowing your whole medical history, and we don't know that. Call your doc or try Healthtap Prime.

Question 10

can i use silver sulfadiazine for something other than a skin burn?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can be used on other wounds of the skin as long as it does not irritat your skin.

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