Sulfacetamide

Uses	Bacterial eye infections
Therapy	Ocular Antibiotic
Side Effects	Irritation, burning or stinging in the eyes

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Sulfacetamide is an antibiotic eye drop used to treat bacterial eye infections. It helps in relieving symptoms like redness, burning, watering and itching in the eyes due to the infection. Sulfacetamide eye drop is meant for topical eye use only. You need to use this medicine as advised by the doctor. Avoid wearing contact lenses while instilling these eye drops. Before using Sulfacetamide eye drops, please discuss with your doctor if you have any other eye conditions.

Uses

Sulfacetamide eye drop is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.

Contraindications

When should one not use Sulfacetamide

If you are allergic to Sulfacetamide or any other ingredients of Sulfacetamide eye drops.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Irritation, burning or stinging in the eyes.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

You should consult your doctor before using Sulfacetamide eye drop as there is limited information about its safety during pregnancy. Your doctor will only prescribe you this medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Sulfacetamide eye drop is not recommended for use while breastfeeding, please consult your doctor. After assessing the benefits over risks your doctor might change the medicine, ask you to stop breastfeeding or closely monitor the baby.

Driving

There is limited information about the effects of Sulfacetamide eye drops on driving, but if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert, you should avoid driving.

Alcohol

There is no information available on the interaction of Sulfacetamide eye drops with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any other eye problems like corneal damage, dry eye syndrome, vision or sight disturbances, etc.
You had any eye surgery or cataract surgery.
You are suffering from any liver or kidney problems.
You need to avoid wearing contact lenses while using Sulfacetamide eye drops.
You experience irritation, pain, redness of the eyes, changes in vision, changes in your eyelids, changes in the colour of the iris, any other allergic conditions or your condition worsens after using Sulfacetamide eye drops, you need to discontinue the medicine and immediately contact your doctor.
Do not use this medicine for any other condition than that prescribed by the doctor.
Sulfacetamide eye drops are not recommended for use in children less than 2 months old.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Sulfacetamide eye drop works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause certain eye infections.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

You should always tell the doctor if you are using any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements to avoid any interactions.
Use of Sulfacetamide eye drop along with medicines such as silver nitrate is not recommended.
If you use another eye drop product concomitantly with this medicine, keep a minimum gap of 10 minutes between the application of both the medicines.

Dosage

Overdose

If you feel you have instilled Sulfacetamide eye drops more than you should, rinse your eyes with warm water and do not put in any more drops until it is time for your next dose.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Sulfacetamide eye drops, use it as soon as possible. Do not use a double dose of this medicine just to compensate for the missed instillation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Sulfacetamide eye drop is used in treating bacterial infections of the eye.

Use Sulfacetamide eye drops as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. It is meant for topical eye use only. Follow all the directions carefully and do not miss any doses. Read the instructions on the label before usage. Shake well before use. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Sulfacetamide eye drops. If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them and then instil the medicine. Use the exact number of drops recommended. After instilling the medicine, close your eyes for 2-3 minutes; do not blink or squeeze. Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper, it must be kept clean. Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a napkin or tissue.

No, you should remove contact lenses and then instil Sulfacetamide eye drops.

Consult your doctor before using Sulfacetamide eye drops as there is limited information about its safety during pregnancy.

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Sulfacetamide

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