SULFAMYLON

Drug Name: SULFAMYLON

SULFAMYLON DESCRIPTION:
MAFENIDE ACETATE CREAM - TOPICAL (MAY-feh-nide)

COMMON SULFAMYLON BRAND NAME(S):
Sulfamylon

SULFAMYLON SIDE EFFECTS:
Pain or burning sensation may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: changes in skin appearance, blisters, bleeding, redness. Very unlikely but report promptly: fast breathing, weakness, dark urine, yellowing eyes. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE SULFAMYLON:
SULFAMYLON: After cleaning the affected area, apply with a gloved hand once or twice daily, as directed. Burned skin should be covered with SULFAMYLON at all times. For use on skin only. Duration of treatment depends on your medical condition and response to therapy. Do not stop using SULFAMYLON until told to do so by your doctor.

SULFAMYLON USES:
SULFAMYLON is used to prevent bacterial infection in burned skin.

SULFAMYLON PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, including any allergies (especially to sulfites or "sulfa" drugs, such as sulfamethoxazole), lung disease/breathing trouble, kidney disease or metabolism problems (e.g., glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency). Use of SULFAMYLON for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection of the skin (e.g., bacterial or yeast infection). SULFAMYLON should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether SULFAMYLON is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using SULFAMYLON is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

SULFAMYLON DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

SULFAMYLON OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

SULFAMYLON NOTES:
Do not share SULFAMYLON with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects and response to therapy.

MISSED SULFAMYLON DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

SULFAMYLON STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 77 and 86 degrees F (25 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.