Silver nitrate topical

Generic name: Silver Nitrate Topical
Brand names: Grafco Silver Nitrate
Drug class: Antiseptic and germicides

Usage of Silver nitrate topical

Silver nitrate is a natural compound that is used as an antiinfective agent.

Silver nitrate topical (for use on the skin) is used to cauterize infected tissues around a skin wound. Silver nitrate can also help create a scab to help stop bleeding from a minor skin wound.

Silver nitrate is also used to help remove warts or skin tags. Silver nitrate topical is not for use in treating genital warts.

Silver nitrate topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Silver nitrate topical side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Repeated applications of silver nitrate may cause a gray or blue-black discoloration of treated skin. This is caused by the silver component of silver nitrate topical and is generally not harmful. However, silver nitrate can cause skin burns. If you are using this medicine at home, be sure you understand all directions for use and how to quickly neutralize the action of the medicine.

Common side effects of silver nitrate topical may include:

mild burning or cold sensation where the medicine is applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Silver nitrate topical

You should not use silver nitrate if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor before using silver nitrate topical if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

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Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Silver nitrate topical

Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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