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Sulfa Antibiotics

Sulfa antibiotics are used for wound care and to treat acne, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, eye infections, skin infections, bacterial infections, urinary tract infections, ear infections, meningitis, and yeast infections. They work by killing the bacteria causing the infection.

Why are sulfa antibiotics prescribed?

  1. Wound Care (25%)
  2. Seborrheic Dermatitis (23%)
  3. Rosacea (23%)
  4. Acne (23%)
  5. Eye Infection (7%)
  6. Ear Infection (0%)
  7. Meningitis (0%)
  8. Skin Infection (0%)
  9. Bacterial Infection (0%)
  10. Urinary Tract Infection (0%)

Key takeaways

Sulfa-antibiotics are used to treat different bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections and certain types of skin infections. These medications work by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, helping your body to fight off the infection. Sulfa-antibiotics come in different forms, including oral pills and topical creams. Examples include sulfacetamide (Klaron) and silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene).

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sulfacetamide / sulfur

as low as$29
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Ssd (silver sulfadiazine)

as low as$13
SILVER SULFADIAZINE prevents and treats infections in burn wounds. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria in the wound. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics.
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Thermazene (silver sulfadiazine)

as low as$10
SILVER SULFADIAZINE prevents and treats infections in burn wounds. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria in the wound. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics.
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Klaron (sulfacetamide)

as low as$14
Sulfacetamide (Klaron) is a moderately priced drug used to treat eye and skin infections. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. Generic sulfacetamide is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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Silvadene (silver sulfadiazine)

as low as$18
SILVER SULFADIAZINE prevents and treats infections in burn wounds. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria in the wound. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics.
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Avar

as low as$44
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Sulfacleanse

as low as$45
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Avar-E

as low as$87
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Avar-E Green

as low as$98
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Plexion NS

as low as$100
SULFACETAMIDE treats seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It may also be used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics.
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sulfadiazine

as low as$130
SULFADIAZINE prevents and treats infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses.
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Bleph-10

as low as$141
SULFACETAMIDE treats eye infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics. It will not treat infections caused by viruses.
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Ovace

as low as$351
SULFACETAMIDE treats seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It may also be used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics.
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Rosula

as low as$434
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Sulfamylon (mafenide)

as low as$511
MAFENIDE prevents and treats infections in burn wounds. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria in the wound. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics.
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Rayasore

as low as$547
Rayasore is only available as a brand name drug.
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Ovace Plus

as low as$563
SULFACETAMIDE treats seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It may also be used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called sulfonamide antibiotics.
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Avar LS

as low as$625
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Clenia Plus

as low as$627
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Avar-E LS

as low as$641
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Plexion

as low as$670
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Sumadan Xlt

as low as$819
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Sumadan

as low as$894
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Sumaxin

as low as$949
SULFACETAMIDE; SULFUR treats acne or rosacea. It may also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a condition that causes dry, flaky, and itchy skin. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It also decreases inflammation and promotes skin cell turnover. It is a combination of a sulfonamide antibiotic and a keratolytic.
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Sumaxin CP

as low as$949
Sumaxin CP is only available as a brand name drug.
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