Thermazene

Septicemia, Wound Infection, Alopecia + 1 more

Treatment

2 FDA approvals

3 Active Studies for Thermazene

Treatment for

Septicemia

What is Thermazene

Silver sulfadiazineThe Generic name of this drug

Treatment SummarySilver sulfadiazine is an antibiotic cream used to treat severe burn wounds, especially second- and third-degree burns.

Silvadeneis the brand name

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Thermazene Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Silvadene

Silver sulfadiazine

1973

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Silver sulfadiazine, also known as Silvadene, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses which include Wound Infections and Wound Infection .

Wound Infections

Used to treat Wound Infections in combination with Chlorhexidine

Wound Infection

Used to treat Wound Infections in combination with Chlorhexidine

Effectiveness

How Thermazene Affects PatientsSilver sulfadiazine is a powerful medication that kills many types of bacteria and yeast. It does not interfere with the carbonic anhydrase enzyme, making it an ideal choice in situations where other medicines are not suitable.

How Thermazene works in the bodySilver sulfadiazine works differently than silver nitrate and sulfadiazine on bacteria. It targets the cell membrane and cell wall to kill bacteria. Scientists aren't sure how exactly it works, but think it might be a combination of silver and sulfadiazine. Silver ions bind to proteins and surface membranes, causing proton leaks and cell death. Sulfadiazine blocks a bacterial enzyme that is necessary for making folic acid.

When to interrupt dosage

The prescribed amount of Thermazene is contingent upon the diagnosed malady, like Septicemia, Second Degree Burns and Third Degree Burns. The dosage is subject to the method of delivery shown in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Septicemia

0.01 mg/mg, , 1.0 %, 1.0 mg/mg

, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel

Wound Infection

0.01 mg/mg, , 1.0 %, 1.0 mg/mg

, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel

Alopecia

0.01 mg/mg, , 1.0 %, 1.0 mg/mg

, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel

Burns

0.01 mg/mg, , 1.0 %, 1.0 mg/mg

, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel

Warnings

Thermazene Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Prematurity

Do Not Combine

Kernicterus

Do Not Combine

newborn infants during the first 2 months of life

Do Not Combine

There are 17 known major drug interactions with Thermazene.

Common Thermazene Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and dermal fibroblasts in murine collagen

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and dermal fibroblasts in murine collagen can be decreased when used in combination with Silver sulfadiazine.

Benzylpenicillin

Moderate

Silver sulfadiazine may decrease the excretion rate of Benzylpenicillin which could result in a higher serum level.

Estetrol

Moderate

The therapeutic efficacy of Estetrol can be decreased when used in combination with Silver sulfadiazine.

Insulin argine

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Silver sulfadiazine is combined with Insulin argine.

Insulin aspart

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Silver sulfadiazine is combined with Insulin aspart.

Thermazene Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of this drug in rats has been found to be 10001 mg/kg.

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Thermazene Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Thermazene?

Presently, two active studies are assessing the potential of Thermazene to reduce the symptoms of Third Degree Burns, Second Degree Burns and Wound Infections.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Septicemia

0 Actively Recruiting

Alopecia

0 Actively Recruiting

Wound Infection

0 Actively Recruiting

Burns

3 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3

Thermazene Reviews: What are patients saying about Thermazene?

4.7Patient Review

9/1/2009

Thermazene for Skin Ulcer

I've been using this cream for two weeks on my pyoderma gangrenosum (skin ulcers) and I definitely think it's helping them heal faster. It's easy to use and prevents the bandages from sticking to the wounds, which is great.

4Patient Review

5/25/2009

Thermazene for An Infection in a Burn Wound

I had a tattoo on top of my foot get infected from needle being to deep causing 2nd degree burns, this stuff it great, it soothes, and along wih antibiotics it is healing very well.

Patient Q&A Section about thermazene

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is Thermazene used for?

"This medication helps to prevent and treat wound infections by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is typically used in conjunction with other treatments for patients with serious burns."

Answered by AI

What are the side effects of silver sulfadiazine?

"The text lists a variety of symptoms that may indicate a serious burn. These symptoms include back, leg, or stomach pains; blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin; blue-green to black skin discoloration; fever with or without chills; general body swelling; increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight; and intense itching of burn wounds."

Answered by AI

What is silver sulfadiazine used for?

"Silver sulfadiazine cream is used to prevent and treat wound infections in patients with second- and third-degree burns.

Silver sulfadiazine is an antibiotic cream used to prevent and treat wound infections in patients with second- and third-degree burns. The cream works by killing the bacteria or preventing its growth."

Answered by AI

What is silver sulfadiazine cream used for cuts?

"Silver sulfadiazine helps to prevent the growth of bacteria in open wounds, which decreases the risk of the bacteria spreading and causing a serious blood infection. Silver sulfadiazine belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfa antibiotics."

Answered by AI