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In this Article

• What is sulfacetamide sodium topical (Klaron)?
• What are the possible side effects of sulfacetamide sodium topical?
• What is the most important information I should know about sulfacetamide sodium topical?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using sulfacetamide sodium topical?
• How should I use sulfacetamide sodium topical?
• What happens if I miss a dose?
• What happens if I overdose?
• What should I avoid while using sulfacetamide sodium topical?
• What other drugs will affect sulfacetamide sodium topical?
• Where can I get more information?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using sulfacetamide sodium topical?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to sulfacetamide sodium or sulfa drugs.

If you have asthma or are sensitive to sulfites, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use sulfacetamide sodium topical.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether sulfacetamide sodium is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether sulfacetamide sodium passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not use sulfacetamide sodium topical on a child younger than 12 years old.

How should I use sulfacetamide sodium topical?

Use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Make sure the treatment area is clean and dry before using sulfacetamide sodium topical cream, gel, lotion, or solution. Apply the medication in a thin layer and rub in gently.

You may need to shake the medication before each use. Follow the directions on your medicine label.

To use sulfacetamide sodium soap, wet the skin and apply enough of the medication to work into a lather. Massage the lather on the skin gently and then rinse thoroughly with plain water. Pat the skin dry with a clean towel.

Wash your hands after applying this medication.

If you are using this medication on your scalp, wash your hair with a non-medicated shampoo at least once per week during treatment.

Sulfacetamide sodium topical is usually applied twice daily for 8 to 10 days. Space your doses evenly by applying the medication at the same times each day.

You may need to continue using the medication once or twice per week, or once every other week Follow your doctor's instructions. Call your doctor if your condition comes back after you stop using sulfacetamide sodium topical.

Do not spread sulfacetamide sodium topical over a large skin area. Your body may absorb more of this medication if you use too much, or if you apply it to skin that is severely burned, scraped, or irritated.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse during treatment.

Use sulfacetamide sodium topical only for the condition your doctor prescribed it to treat. Do not attempt to treat other skin conditions or infections without your doctor's advice.

Store sulfacetamide sodium topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze.