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sulfacetamide sodium

Sulfonamide, special purpose (topical) · Ophthalmic antibacterial

Sulfonamide, special purpose (topical)Ophthalmic antibacterial
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
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not curated
INTERACTIONS
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none in our sources
PREGNANCY
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not curated

Mechanism

Not yet extracted

Indications

ocular infections due to susceptible bacteria and chlamydiaophthalmia neonatorum caused by Ch. oculogenitalis

Pharmacokinetics

Onset
attains high concentrations in anterior segment and aqueous humour after topical instillation

Side effects

Common
mild irritation to the eye
Serious
  • sensitivity reactions

Pregnancy & lactation

Lactation

It must be promptly stopped when sensitivity reactions occur.

Related guidelines

Skin and soft tissue infections
IDSA · Infectious Diseases · 2010
Plaque psoriasis
IADVL · Dermatology · 2022
Urinary tract infection
EAU · Urology · 2024
Acne vulgaris
IADVL · Dermatology · 2023
Childhood immunisation schedule
IAP · Paediatrics · 2023

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Sources: KD Tripathi 7e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team