Mafenide (Topical)

Brand Names : Sulfamylon

Proper Use of This Medicine

To use:

• Before applying this medicine, cleanse the affected area(s). Remove dead or burned skin and other debris.
• Wear a sterile glove to apply this medicine. Apply a thin layer (about 1/16 inch) of mafenide to the affected area(s). Keep the affected area(s) covered with the medicine at all times.
• If this medicine is rubbed off the affected area(s) by moving around or if it is washed off during bathing, showering, or the use of a whirlpool bath, reapply the medicine.
• After this medicine has been applied, the treated area(s) may be covered with a dressing or left uncovered as desired.

To help clear up your skin and/or burn infection completely, keep using mafenide for the full time of treatment . You should keep using this medicine until the burn area has healed or is ready for skin grafting. Do not miss any doses .

Dosing - The dose of topical mafenide will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of topical mafenide. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For topical dosage form (cream):
  • For bacterial or fungus infection:
    • Adults and children 2 months of age and over - Use one or two times a day.
    • Infants and children up to 2 months of age - Use is not recommended.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the medicine from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.