Sofar Sofargen 1% Cream To Heal Wounds Burns And Sores 30g

Indications: Why is Sofargen used? What is it for? PHARMACOTHERAPEUTIC CATEGORY Antibiotics and chemotherapy for topical use, sulfonamides. THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS

Prophylaxis and local antibacterial treatment of infections in case of II and III degree burns; local antibacterial treatment of varicose ulcers and pressure sores and in general of dermatological diseases that are infected or susceptible to superinfections.

Contraindications: When should Sofargen not be used?

Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients. Since sulfonamides increase the possibility of neonatal jaundice, Sofargen should not be used in women at the end of pregnancy in premature babies and in infants in the first months of life.

Precautions for use: What do you need to know before taking Sofargen?

Sofargen should be applied with caution in the presence of hepatic or renal insufficiency.

In pregnant women and in infancy, the product should be used only in case of real need, under the direct supervision of the doctor.

Prolonged use of the product, especially, can give rise to sensitization phenomena. In this case, treatment must be interrupted and suitable therapeutic measures adopted. The same applies in the case of superinfection with resistant microorganisms.

In the treatment of burns of a large part of the body, serum concentrations of sulfonamides can reach therapeutic levels in adults. Therefore, in these patients it would be advisable to monitor these serum levels, renal function and the presence of sulfonamide crystals in the urine, stopping therapy in the event that liver and / or renal function is compromised.

Furthermore, since the propylene glycol present as an excipient in the composition, can cause hyperosmolality when the product is applied to large burned areas, the serum osmolality must be periodically checked in these cases and, if necessary, the treatment must be interrupted.

Interactions: Which drugs or foods can modify the effect of Sofargen?

Local proteolytic enzymes, applied simultaneously with Sofargen, can be inactivated by the presence of silver ions.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently taken any other medicines, even those without a prescription.

Warnings: It is important to know that:

Any occurrence of hypersensitivity reactions leads to immediate discontinuation of treatment.

Use if pregnant or breastfeeding.

As there are no exhaustive experimental data on the possible effects of the drug on the fetus, Sofargen should not be used during pregnancy and lactation unless, in the opinion of the doctor, its use is indispensable and essential for the pregnant woman (see also the section Contraindications ).

Important information about some of the ingredients

Stearyl alcohol can cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis). Propylene glycol can cause skin irritation. Methyl paraoxybenzoate can cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).

Dose, Method and Time of Administration: Posology

After a rapid cleansing of the lesions, immediately apply a uniform layer of Sofargen cream 2 or 3 mm thick on the affected surfaces.

The cream can be applied either directly on the lesions (possibly with the help of a sterile glove), or previously spread on a sterile gauze.

The application of the cream should continue without interruption once or twice a day, as long as there is the possibility of infection and until complete healing, both in spontaneous and surgical repairs.

At each renewal of the application, thoroughly cleanse the lesions with water or physiological solution.

Take care to reapply the cream on surfaces from which it was inadvertently removed.

Overdose: What to do if you have taken too much Sofargen

There are no known cases of overdose.

In case of accidental intake of an excessive dose of Sofargen, notify your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital.

IF IN ANY DOUBT ABOUT THE USE OF SOFARGEN, CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.

Side Effects: What are the side effects of Sofargen?

Like all medicines, Sofargen can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

A few cases of transient leukopenia, rare local disturbances (pain and burning) and rare local allergic reactions have been reported.

The classic side effects of systemically administered sulfonamides cannot be excluded when treating large parts of the body.

Compliance with the instructions contained in the package leaflet reduces the risk of undesirable effects.

If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please inform your doctor or pharmacist.

Expiry and Retention

Expiry: see the expiry date printed on the package.

Do not use the medicine after the expiry date stated on the package.

The expiry date refers to the product in intact packaging, correctly stored.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C.

The product must be used within 6 months of first opening the container.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. This will help protect the environment.

KEEP THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT OUT OF THE REACH AND SIGHT OF CHILDREN.

Composition and pharmaceutical form COMPOSITION

100 g of cream contain: Active Ingredient: Micronized silver sulfadiazine g 1. Excipients: stearyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, propylene glycol, polyethylene glycol monostearate, polyoxyethylene sorbitanmonolaurate, methyl-p-oxybenzoate, distilled water.