Silver Sulfadiazine Tips from Pharmacists

• Do not apply silver sulfadiazine cream in or near your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Wash your hands and avoid contact of bare hands with the burned skin. Use a sterile technique to apply the medicine to prevent bacteria spreading to the treated areas.

• The burned area should remain covered with the medicine at all times. Reapply Silvadene cream if it rubs off between applications.

• The treated areas should be left uncovered. Do not apply bandages or dressings unless your doctor advises you to do so.

• Silver sulfadiazine can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Limit sun exposure of the treated areas to prevent sunburn. 

• Do not use this medicine on nursing infants under 2 months of age or premature babies.