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Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1%

Nucleo De Pesquisa E Desenvolvimento De Medicamentos Da Universidade Federal Do Ceara · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is a Topical antibacterial agent Small molecule drug developed by Nucleo De Pesquisa E Desenvolvimento De Medicamentos Da Universidade Federal Do Ceara. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Prevention of wound and burn infections. Also known as: Silver Sulfadiazine.

Silver sulfadiazine cream acts as a topical antibacterial agent, inhibiting bacterial growth and preventing infection in burns and wounds.

Silver sulfadiazine cream acts as a topical antibacterial agent, inhibiting bacterial growth and preventing infection in burns and wounds. Used for Prevention of wound and burn infections.

At a glance

Generic nameSilver Sulfadiazine Cream 1%
Also known asSilver Sulfadiazine
SponsorNucleo De Pesquisa E Desenvolvimento De Medicamentos Da Universidade Federal Do Ceara
Drug classTopical antibacterial agent
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDermatology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Silver sulfadiazine works by releasing silver ions, which have broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. This helps to prevent the growth of bacteria in wounds and burns, reducing the risk of infection.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1%

What is Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1%?

Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is a Topical antibacterial agent drug developed by Nucleo De Pesquisa E Desenvolvimento De Medicamentos Da Universidade Federal Do Ceara, indicated for Prevention of wound and burn infections.

How does Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% work?

Silver sulfadiazine cream acts as a topical antibacterial agent, inhibiting bacterial growth and preventing infection in burns and wounds.

What is Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% used for?

Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is indicated for Prevention of wound and burn infections.

Who makes Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1%?

Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is developed by Nucleo De Pesquisa E Desenvolvimento De Medicamentos Da Universidade Federal Do Ceara (see full Nucleo De Pesquisa E Desenvolvimento De Medicamentos Da Universidade Federal Do Ceara pipeline at /company/nucleo-de-pesquisa-e-desenvolvimento-de-medicamentos-da-universidade-federal-do).

Is Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% also known as anything else?

Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is also known as Silver Sulfadiazine.

What drug class is Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% in?

Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% belongs to the Topical antibacterial agent class. See all Topical antibacterial agent drugs at /class/topical-antibacterial-agent.

What development phase is Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% in?

Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1%?

Common side effects of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% include Skin irritation.

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