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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Sulfonamides are known to cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome in hypersensitive individuals. Stevens-Johnson syndrome also has been reported following the use of sodium sulfacetamide topically. Cases of drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosus from topical sulfacetamide also have been reported. In one of these cases, there was a fatal outcome. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
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Manufacturer Warnings
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FDA Labeling Changes
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Uses
This product is indicated for use in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.
History
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Other Information
Each gram contains 95 mg of sodium sulfacetamide and 50 mg of colloidal sulfur in a vehicle consisting of: benzyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, fragrance, glyceryl stearate (and) PEG-100 stearate, magnesium aluminum silicate, phenoxyethanol, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium magnesium silicate, sodium thiosulfate, stearyl alcohol, and xanthan gum. This product also contains tetrafluoroethane (propellant).
Sodium sulfacetamide is a sulfonamide with antibacterial activity while sulfur acts as a keratolytic agent. Sodium sulfacetamide is C 8H 9N 2NaO 3S·H 2O with molecular weight of 254.24. Chemically, sodium sulfacetamide is N-[(4-aminophenyl) sulfonyl]-acetamide, monosodium salt, monohydrate. The structural formula is:
Sodium sulfacetamide is an odorless, white, crystalline powder with a bitter taste. It is freely soluble in water, sparingly soluble in alcohol, while practically insoluble in benzene, in chloroform and in ether.
Sources
Avar Manufacturers
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Mission Pharmacal Company
![Avar (Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur) Aerosol, Foam [Mission Pharmacal Company]](/wp-content/themes/bootstrap/assets/img/loading2.gif)
Avar | Mission Pharmacal Company
Shake well before use. Cleanse affected skin thoroughly and pat dry before each application. Holding can upright, dispense product into palm of hand. Massage the product into the affected area and wait 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water and pat dry. Treat the affected area 1 to 3 times daily, or as directed by a physician.
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Mission Pharmacal Company
Avar | Mission Pharmacal Company
Wash affected areas with AVAR™ Cleanser 1 to 2 times daily or as directed by a physician. Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Wet skin and liberally apply to areas to be cleansed, massage gently into skin for 10 to 20 seconds working into a full lather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. If drying occurs, it may be controlled by rinsing cleanser off sooner or using cleanser less often.
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