Silver Sulfadiazine (Topical)

Brand Names : Silvadene, SSD, SSD AF, Thermazene, Flamazine

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if the following side effect occurs:

Rare

Blistering, peeling or loosening of skin; bloody or cloudy urine; chills or fever; cough; decreased amount of urine or less frequent urination; increased sensitivity of skin to sunlight, especially in patients with burns on large areas; intense itching of burn wounds; pain at site of application; painful or difficult urination; red skin lesions, often with a purple center; shortness of breath; sore throat; sores, ulcers or white spots on lips or in mouth; swollen glands; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Burning feeling on treated area(s)

Less common or rare

Brownish-gray skin discoloration; itching or skin rash

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.