Sodium Sulfacetamide Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Sodium Sulfacetamide may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Sodium Sulfacetamide - for the Consumer

Sodium Sulfacetamide/Sulfur Foam

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Sodium Sulfacetamide/Sulfur Foam:

Mild redness or peeling of the skin.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); fever, chills, or sore throat; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe or persistent skin irritation; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Sodium Sulfacetamide Side Effects - for the Professional

Sodium Sulfacetamide

In controlled clinical trials for the management of acne vulgaris, the occurrence of adverse reactions associated with the use of Sodium Sulfacetamide was infrequent and restricted to local events. The total incidence of adverse reactions reported in these studies was less than 2%. Only one of 105 patients treated with Sodium Sulfacetamide had adverse reactions of erythema, itching and edema. It has been reported that Sodium Sulfacetamide may cause local irritation, stinging and burning. While the irritation may be transient, occasionally, the use of medication has to be discontinued.

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