Silver Sulphadiazine / Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)
What it is used for
Skin infections in burns; infected leg ulcers and pressure sores. Clinical selection for Silver Sulphadiazine / Chlorhexidine Gluconate should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class). Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.
Warnings
[From component Silver Sulphadiazine] Adequate fluid intake, monitor electrolyte balance; systemic S/E of sulphadiazine if applied over the large area. Contraindications
Possible side effects
Adverse reactions vary by agent. Counsel on common predictable effects and serious warning symptoms (allergy, severe rash, jaundice, unusual bleeding, severe GI symptoms, neurological changes). Report suspected ADRs via national pharmacovigilance channels.
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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