Sulfanilamide: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

What Drug Sulfanilamide?

What is Sulfanilamide for?

Sulfanilamide is a drug commonly used to treat infections of the vagina. Sulfinilamide relieves the burning, itching, and vaginal discharge that can occur in this condition. This medication is known as an antifungal sulfonamide. Works by stopping the growth of the fungus that causes infection.

How to use Sulfanilamide?

Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

This drug is used specifically in the vagina. Wash your hands before and after using this medicine. Use sulfanilamide once or twice daily as directed by your doctor. Lying on your back, raise your knees toward your chest. Insert one applicator full of cream into the vagina as deeply and comfortably as possible. Gently press the pusher of the applicator to apply the cream. If you feel itching / burning on the outside of the vagina (vulva), apply the cream to that area. Consult your doctor if you have any questions regarding the use of this drug.

Continue to use the medication every day as recommended, even if symptoms have disappeared after a few days or if you are menstruating. Stopping this drug prematurely can cause the infection to recur.

Do not use tampons while using this medication. Unscented sanitary pads can be used during your period or to protect clothing from exposure to medication.

Tell your doctor if your condition remains the same or returns within 2 months of completing treatment. And also tell the doctor immediately if you have fever, chills, flu symptoms, or pain in the stomach. This could mean that your infection is more serious and needs other treatment.

How to store Sulfanilamide?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Sulfanilamide dosage

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the Sulfanilamide dosage for adults?

Cream: 1 full applicator (approx. 6 g) is inserted vaginally once or twice a day for 30 days.

What is the dosage of Sulfanilamide for children?

There is no provision for the dosage of this drug for children (less than 18 years). This medicine can be dangerous for children. It is important to understand the safety of drugs before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

In what dosage is Sulfanilamide available?

Sulfanilamide available in the following doses.

Cream

Suppositories

Sulfanilamide side effects

What side effects can be experienced due to Sulfanilamide?

Stop using sulfanilamide vaginal and seek medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; choking on the throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or itching).

Other less serious side effects may occur. Continue using sulfanilamide vaginal and talk to your doctor if you have

• Skin feels hot
• Itchy rash
• Skin irritation, or
• The need to urinate increases.

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Sulfanilamide Drug Warnings and Cautions

What should be known before using Sulfanilamide?

Allergy

Tell your doctor if you have had any different reactions or are allergic to this or any other medicine. And tell your doctor if you have certain allergies, such as to food, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the labels or ingredients on the packaging carefully.

Children

This drug-related study was only conducted in adult patients and there was no specific information comparing vaginal sulfonamide use in children with other age groups.

Elderly

Many drugs have not been studied, especially in the elderly. Therefore, it is not known with certainty whether this drug works exactly as in young adults or if it results in different side effects or problems in the elderly. There is no specific information comparing vaginal sulfonamide use in the elderly with other age groups.

Is Sulfanilamide safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

A = No risk, B = not at risk in several studies, C = May be risky, D = There is positive evidence of risk, X = Contraindicated, N = Unknown

Sulfanilamide Drug Interactions

What medicines may interact with Sulfanilamide?

Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.

Although several drugs should not be used simultaneously, in other cases two different drugs may be used simultaneously even if interactions are possible. In this case, your doctor may change the dose, or other precautions may be needed. Tell your doctor if you are using any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter) medication.

Using this medication with any of the following drugs is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this drug or change some of the medicines you have used.

• Bepridil
• Cisapride
• Dofetilide
• Levomethadyl
• Mesoridazine
• Methenamine
• Pimozide
• Terfenadine
• Thioridazine

Using this medication with any of the following drugs is usually not recommended, but may be needed in some cases. If both drugs are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or the frequency with which you use one or both drugs.

• Acecainide
• Acenocoumarol
• Ajmaline
• Amiodarone
• Amisulpride
• Amitriptyline
• Amoxapine
• Aprindine
• Arsenic Trioxide
• Astemizole
• Azimilide
• Bretylium
• Ceritinib
• Chloral Hydrate
• Chloroquine
• Chlorpromazine
• Clarithromycin
• Dabrafenib
• Desipramine
• Dibenzepin
• Digitalis
• Disopyramide
• Dolasetron
• Doxepin
• Droperidol
• Enflurane
• Erythromycin
• Flecainide
• Fluconazole
• Fluoxetine
• Foscarnet
• Gemifloxacin
• Halofantrine
• Haloperidol
• Halothane
• Hydroquinidine
• Ibutilide
• Imipramine
• Isoflurane
• Isradipine
• Ketorolac
• Leucovorin
• Levomethadyl
• Lidoflazine
• Lorcainide
• Mefloquine
• Mercaptopurine
• Metformin
• Methotrexate
• Nitisinone
• Nortriptyline
• Octreotide
• Orlistat
• Pentamidine
• Pirmenol
• Prajmaline
• Probucol
• Procainamide
• Prochlorperazine
• Propafenone
• Proscillaridin
• Pyrimethamine
• Quinidine
• Riluzole
• Risperidone
• Sematilide
• Sertindole
• Sotalol
• Spiramycin
• Sultopride
• Tedisamil
• Telithromycin
• Topotecan
• Trifluoperazine
• Trimipramine
• Vasopressin
• Warfarin
• Zotepine

Can food or alcohol interact with Sulfanilamide?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions may interact with Sulfanilamide?

The presence of other health problems in your body may affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems.

• Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency — Anemia (blood problems) can occur when sulfonamide is used.
• Kidney illness
• Porphyria — Sulfonamide can cause porphyria attack.

Sulfanilamide overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.