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sulfacetamide

Generic Bleph-10
Used for Skin Infection, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Eye Infection, Acne
Used for Skin Infection, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Eye Infection, Acne

Sulfacetamide eye ointment and eye drops are antibiotic eye medications that treat a variety of infections. Your provider might prescribe one or the other, and sometimes both, depending on your infection. Sulfacetamide eye medications can be inconvenient because you might need to use them as often as every few hours, especially at the beginning of an infection. Both sulfacetamide eye ointment and eye drops are available as lower-cost generics.

Last reviewed on April 6, 2022
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What is Sulfacetamide?

What is Sulfacetamide used for?

  • Bacterial eye infections

How Sulfacetamide works

Sulfacetamide is an antibiotic that stops bacteria from making the nutrients they need to grow and make more bacteria.

Are you looking for information on sulfacetamide sodium (Klaron) topical suspension or sulfacetamide / prednisolone (Blephamide) eye drops instead?

Drug Facts

Common BrandsBleph-10
Drug ClassAntibiotic
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusLower-cost generic available
AvailabilityPrescription only
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What are the side effects of Sulfacetamide?

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Eye irritation
  • Eye stinging
  • Eye burning

Other Side Effects

  • Eye inflammation
  • New infection
  • Allergic reaction

Serious Side Effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
  • Serious allergic reaction: rash, peeling of the skin, blisters, trouble breathing, swelling of lips, tongue, or face

Source: DailyMed

The following side effects have also been reported

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Aplastic anemia—unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness, headache, trouble breathing, increased bleeding or bruising
  • Liver injury—right upper belly pain, loss of appetite, nausea, light-colored stool, dark yellow or brown urine, yellowing skin or eyes, unusual weakness or fatigue
  • New or worsening eye pain, redness, irritation, or discharge
  • Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth

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

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Pros and cons of Sulfacetamide

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Pros

Available in eye drop and eye ointment forms

Treats a variety of bacterial eye infections

Available as a lower-cost generic

Can be applied directly where the infection is

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Cons

Needs to be used multiple times a day

Can be difficult or uncomfortable for some people to use

Unknown if safe or works well in children under 2 months of age

Can cause burning or stinging in your eye(s)

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Pharmacist tips for Sulfacetamide

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  • Always wash and dry your hands before and after using sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops. Don't touch the tip of the container with your eye, hands, or any other surface. This will help avoid spreading germs and bacteria to the medication and your eyes.

    • To use the eye drops, shake the bottle well. Tilt your head backward and look up. Then, gently pull your lower eyelid down to form a small pocket and squeeze one drop of medication into this pocket. Don't blink or wipe your eyes. Close your eyes while pressing a finger against the inside corner of your eye for about 1 minute to help keep the medication in your eye. If you need to take more than one drop, wait a few minutes in between each drop.

      • To use the eye ointment, tilt your head backward and look up. Then, gently pull your lower eyelid down to form a small pocket and squeeze a half-inch ribbon of ointment into the pocket. Blink gently, then close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Wipe any extra ointment away from your eye with a tissue paper.

        • If you're being treated for an eye infection called trachoma, you must also take the oral antibiotics prescribed by your provider, in addition to using sulfacetamide eye drops. The eye drops alone aren't enough to fight off this infection. Talk with your provider if you have any questions about treatment for trachoma.

          • It's important to keep using sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops even if your symptoms are getting better, because stopping it too early can cause your infection to come back and become harder to treat.

            • If your symptoms are getting worse or not better after the amount of time sulfacetamide has been prescribed to you, contact your provider.

              • Keep sulfacetamide eye ointment and eye drops at room temperature and protect it from light. If it has turned a darker color, throw it away.

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                Frequently asked questions about Sulfacetamide

                How long do I need to use sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops?
                Your provider will determine how long you need to use sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops based on your specific infection and how bad it is. Typically, it's used for 7 to 10 days. Don't stop using it early, even if your symptoms improve. This can cause your infection to come back and become harder to treat. If you have questions about how long you should use this medication, contact your provider.
                Can I use sulfacetamide eye medications if I'm allergic to sulfa medications?
                It's not recommended to use sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops if you have a sulfa (sulfonamide) allergy. If you've had an allergic reaction to a sulfa-containing medication in the past, speak to your provider so they can determine if sulfacetamide is a safe treatment option for your eye infection.
                Are sulfacetamide eye medications available over the counter?
                No. All antibiotics used to treat eye infections, including sulfacetamide, require a prescription from your provider. This is so that your provider can make sure your eye infection is being treated correctly, since this medication won't help if your infection is caused by a virus or fungus.
                Do sulfacetamide eye medications to treat pink eye?
                Pink eye, or eye inflammation (conjunctivitis), can have many different causes, including allergies, bacterial infections, and viral infections. There are many different treatments for pink eye, so it's important to try to find out the cause so you can treat it properly. Sulfacetamide is an antibiotic, so it'll only work to treat your pink eye if it's caused by certain bacterial infections. It doesn't work for viral or fungal eye infections. Your provider will evaluate you to find out the cause of your pink eye and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
                Are sulfacetamide eye medications safe to use during pregnancy?
                There aren't enough information available to know if sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops are safe to use during pregnancy. Speak to your provider about the risks and benefits of these medications for you and your unborn baby.
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                What are the risks and warnings for Sulfacetamide?

                Sulfacetamide can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.

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                New or worsened infection

                • Risk factors: Long-term use

                  It's possible to get a new infection from bacteria that are resistant to sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops after using this medication for a while. "Resistant" means that the bacteria is harder to treat. Using this medication for a long period of time also raises your risk of developing new infections, since killing certain bacteria in your eyes can allow other organisms (e.g., bacteria, fungi) to grow. If your eye(s) feel worse while using this medication or if your symptoms don't start to get better after a couple of days, talk to your provider right away.

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                  Serious allergic reactions

                  • Risk factors: Sulfa allergy | Using sulfacetamide for too long

                    Sulfacetamide eye ointment or eye drops can cause allergic reactions. In some rare cases, severe allergic reactions can happen, including life-threatening problems like anaphylaxis (closing of the throat or dangerously low blood pressure), organ damage, severe skin rash, or low blood cell counts. If you notice a rash, swelling of your lips or tongue, or difficulty breathing after using this medication, get medical attention right away.

                    Let your provider know if you're allergic to sulfa or any preservatives before you start using sulfacetamide.

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                    Slow wound healing (sulfacetamide eye ointment only)

                    Using eye ointments on areas where there are wounds can cause those wounds to heal much slower. If you're using sulfacetamide eye ointment, let your provider know if you have wounds in your eye that aren't getting better.

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                    Sulfacetamide dosage forms

                    The average cost for 1 eye dropper of 15ml of 10% of Sulfacetamide is $19.70 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 67.13% off the average retail price of $59.94.
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                    Typical dosing for Sulfacetamide

                    • Sulfacetamide eye ointment: The typical dose is to place a small amount (about a half-inch ribbon) of ointment inside the lower eyelid of the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours during the day and at bedtime.

                    • Sulfacetamide (Bleph-10) eye solution: The typical dose is to place 1-2 drops into the lower eyelid of the affected eye(s) every 2 to 3 hours.

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                    Interactions between Sulfacetamide and other drugs

                    Sulfacetamide may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Sulfacetamide. Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

                    Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

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                    Sulfacetamide contraindications

                    Contraindications are specific health conditions or situations in which a person should not take a medication due to safety concerns. If you have any of the following conditions or if any of the following apply to you, let your healthcare provider know because Sulfacetamide will not be safe for you to take.
                    • Allergy to sulfonamide "sulfa" drugs

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                    What are alternatives to Sulfacetamide?

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