Sulf-10 Side Effects

Generic name: sulfacetamide sodium ophthalmic

Note: This document contains side effect information about sulfacetamide sodium ophthalmic. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Sulf-10.

Some side effects of Sulf-10 may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to sulfacetamide sodium ophthalmic: ophthalmic ointment, ophthalmic solution

Serious side effects are not expected with this medication.

Commonly, some eye burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, eyelid itching, eyelid swelling, or sensitivity to light may occur.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to sulfacetamide sodium ophthalmic: ophthalmic ointment, ophthalmic solution

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included local irritation, stinging, burning, conjunctivitis, conjunctival hyperemia, secondary infections, and bacterial and corneal ulcers.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide has been reported rarely. Sulfonamides have been associated with Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis. A case of local hypersensitivity which progressed to a fatal syndrome resembling systemic lupus erythematosus has also been reported. Sensitization may recur upon reexposure to sulfonamides by different routes of administration.

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects associated with sulfonamides have included agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, and other blood dyscrasias.

Hepatic

Hepatic side effects associated with sulfonamides have included fulminant hepatic necrosis.

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