Sulfadiazine
Information about Sulfadiazine
Sulfadiazine uses
Sulfadiazine is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How sulfadiazine works
Sulfadiazine is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Common side effects of sulfadiazine
Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Dizziness, Decreased appetite, Photosensitivity, Rash, Aplastic anemia, Itching, Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland), Diuresis, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Granulocytopenia, Hemolytic anemia, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
Available Medicine for Sulfadiazine
Expert advice for Sulfadiazine
- Your doctor has prescribed Sulfadiazine to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
- Do not take Sulfadiazine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Sulfadiazine and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Frequently asked questions for Sulfadiazine
Sulfadiazine
Q. What if I don't get better after using Sulfadiazine?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Sulfadiazine when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Sulfadiazine and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.