Sulfoam

Generic name: Sulfur Topical
Drug class: Miscellaneous topical agents

Usage of Sulfoam

Sulfoam (for the skin) is used to treat acne.

Sulfoam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Sulfoam 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.

Sulfoam may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe burning, redness, or swelling where the medicine was applied;

severe dryness or peeling of treated skin; or

new or worsening skin symptoms.

Common side effects of Sulfoam may include:

mild burning, tingling, stinging, itching, or redness;

peeling, dryness; or

oily skin.

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 Sulfoam

You should not use Sulfoam if you are allergic to sulfur.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have severe acne, or acne over large areas of skin.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

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How to use Sulfoam

Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin or scalp.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

You may need to shake this medicine before each use. Follow directions on the label.

Wash your hands before and after applying Sulfoam lotion. Also clean and gently dry the skin area to be treated.

Apply a thin layer of sulfur topical lotion to the affected skin up to 3 times per day. Rub in gently. Apply the lotion less often if your skin becomes overly dry or peels.

Do not cover treated skin with a bandage. Heat or bandaging can increase the amount of drug absorbed through your skin and may cause harmful effects.

When using Sulfoam shampoo, follow all directions on the product label. You may need to leave the shampoo on your scalp for a few minutes before rinsing.

It may take several weeks before your skin condition improves. Keep using the medication as directed and call a doctor if your symptoms do not improve.

Do not stop using this medicine if you do not see results immediately.

Store Sulfoam at room temperature. Do not freeze.

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 Sulfoam

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 healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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