What is this medicine?
SULFACETAMIDE (sul fa SEE ta mide) is a sulfonamide antibiotic. It is used to treat eye infections.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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What is the price of this medication and similar alternatives?
This pricing information is subject to change at the sole discretion of DS Pharmacy. This pricing information was updated 09/2009. For the most current and up-to-date pricing information, please visit www.drugstore.com. Actual costs to patients will vary depending on the use of specific retail or mail-order locations and health insurance copays.
| Bleph-10 10% Solution | ALLERGAN | 5/$20.99 or 15/$56.97 |
| Blephamide 10-0.2% Suspension | ALLERGAN | 10/$87.06 or 30/$252.05 |
| Blephamide 10-0.2% Suspension | ALLERGAN | 5/$59.61 or 15/$172.75 |
| Blephamide S.O.P. 10-0.2% Ointment | ALLERGAN | 3/$62.89 or 10/$168.47 |
| FML-S Liquifilm 0.1-10% Suspension | ALLERGAN | 10/$35.99 or 30/$102.98 |
| Sulfacetamide Sodium 10% Solution | FALCON PHARMACEUTICALS | 15/$12.99 or 30/$18.98 |
| Sulfacetamide-Prednisolone 10-0.23% Solution | BAUSCH & LOMB | 5/$18.99 or 15/$50.99 |
| Sulfacetamide-Prednisolone 10-0.23% Solution | FALCON PHARMACEUTICALS | 10/$24.99 or 20/$39.98 |
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What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
- blurred vision that does not go away
- burning, blistering, peeling, stinging, or itching of the eyes or eyelids, skin or mouth
- eye redness, swelling, or pain
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
- blurred vision for a few moments after application
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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How should I use this medicine?
This medicine is only for use in the eye. Do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Tilt your head back slightly and pull your lower eyelid down with your index finger to form a pouch. Try not to touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, fingertips, or any other surface. Squeeze the prescribed number of drops into the pouch. Close the eye gently to spread the drops. Your vision may blur for a few minutes. Use your doses at regular intervals. Do not use your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your doctor or health care professional even if you think your condition is better.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
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What may interact with this medicine?
- eye products that contain silver
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Who should NOT use this medication?
- Known or suspected hypersensitivity to sulfonamides or to any ingredient in the formulation.
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What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not get better in 2 to 3 days. A full course of treatment is usually 7 to 10 days.
If you get any sign of an allergic reaction, stop using your eye product and call your doctor or health care professional.
Wear sunglasses if this medicine makes your eyes more sensitive to light. Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.
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What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- eye injury or eye surgery
- an unusual or allergic reaction to sulfacetamide, sulfa drugs, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
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Can I stop taking the medication if I feel better?
As a general rule, you should always take your medications exactly as prescribed and do not change the dosage or stop taking the medication without first discussing it with your healthcare provider.
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I am on so many medications; do I have to take them all?
This is called polypharmacy—many different medications being used at the same time by one person. Sometimes, being on multiple medications is acceptable and appropriate but at other times it may be problematic. If you are receiving your medications from multiple physicians you need to ensure that they all know what medications you are taking. The best way to do this is to make a list of all the medications you are currently using, including all nutritional supplements, homeopathic remedies, vitamins and over-the-counter drugs (if possible, also include all the diseases you have been diagnosed with). Give a copy to every doctor who takes care of you so they have it on file, this way they can avoid duplicating medications and perhaps even try to consolidate some. After every doctor's visit remember to update the list accordingly. Also, as much as you possibly can, try to use the same pharmacy to fill all your prescriptions, this way any potential drug interactions can be caught and averted.
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Where can I get more information?
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