Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine (Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine)
Overview of Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine
Sulphafurazol diethanolamine is a short acting sulphonamide i-e used similarly to sulfamethoxazole in urinary tract infections.
Indication of Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine
Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine is primarily indicated in conditions like Pneumonia, Urinary tract infection, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Eye infections.
Contraindication of Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine
Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects of Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine, which give rise to further complications include Aplastic anemia, Aplastic anemia, Stevens johnson syndrome, Epidermal necrolysis, Lupus erythematosus, Interstitial nephritis.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine include Exfoliative dermatitis, Fever, Pruritus.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Fatigue, Ataxia, Anorexia, Diarrhea, Nausea and vomiting.
Precautions of Sulphafurazole Diethanolamine
Adequate fluid intake is necessary to reduce risk of crystalluria. Treatment should be discontinued immediately if a rash appear. Complete blood count and urinalyses should be carried out during prolonged therapy.