Mafenide skin cream

July 17, 2018

Mafenide skin cream

What is this medicine?

MAFENIDE (MA fe nide) is a sulfonamide antibiotic. It is used on the skin for second or third degree burns. It helps to prevent or treat serious infection.

How should I use this medicine?

This medicine is for external use only. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Clean the affected area as directed by your doctor or health care professional. Wear a sterile glove to apply the cream. Apply the cream to cover the whole area evenly. Treated areas can be left uncovered, but a gauze dressing may be used. Do not get this medicine in your eyes. If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water. Finish the full course of medicine prescribed by your doctor or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop using except on your doctor's advice.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 2 months for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

  • fever, sore throat, chills

  • rash that appears or worsens following treatment, continued redness, swelling, burning, itching, stinging, or pain at the area of use

  • unusual bleeding or bruising

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • skin irritation like redness,itching, or stinging at site where applied

What may interact with this medicine?

Interactions are not expected. Do not use any other skin products on the same area of skin without asking your doctor or health care professional.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency

  • kidney disease

  • an unusual or allergic reaction to mafenide, sulfa drugs, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant

  • breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your skin condition does not begin to get better within 3 to 5 days.

Updated:  

July 17, 2018