Chlorhexidine Gluconate + Silver Sulfadiazine + Sucralfate

Chlorhexidine Gluconate + Silver Sulfadiazine + Sucralfate is a combination of medicines that is used to treat burn wounds of the skin. Its antiseptic action prevents infections and protects the skin to speed up the healing process.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate + Silver Sulfadiazine + Sucralfate is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.

The most common side effect of this medicine includes itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).

Before using this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult the doctor about this condition. During the course of the treatment, do not touch or scratch the wounded skin areas as this may delay the healing process.

• Treatment of Burns

Treatment of Burns
Chlorhexidine Gluconate + Silver Sulfadiazine + Sucralfate helps in the prevention and treatment of infections in patients with burns. It kills the infectious microorganisms, reduces burning sensation and discomfort in the affected area. This promotes quick healing of the burns. Apply to the affected areas one or two times a day. Continue using it as directed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sufrate Ssd

• Rash
• Skin irritation
• Decreased white blood cell count

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate + Silver Sulfadiazine + Sucralfate is a combination of three medicines: Sucralfate, Silver Sulfadiazine and Chlorhexidine Gluconate. Sucralfate is an anti-ulcerant which forms a coating over the affected skin surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the skin from further injury, allowing it to heal. Silver Sulfadiazine is an antibiotic. It stops bacteria from producing folic acid, a vitamin required for bacterial multiplication. Chlorhexidine Gluconate is an antiseptic and disinfectant which effectively cleans out cuts, wounds and burns to prevent infection.

• Chlorhexidine Gluconate + Silver Sulfadiazine + Sucralfate is used for the treatment of burns.
• Clean the affected area and then apply the cream using a sterile gloved hand or a sterile spatula.
• Apply it once or twice daily and re-apply to any areas from which it gets removed. The affected areas should be covered with the cream at all times.
• It may cause minor burning, stinging or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
• Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.

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