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Medically reviewed by Fedorchenko Olga Valeryevna, PharmD. Last updated on 13.04.2022
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Trichomonal diseases of the urogenital tract.
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Vulvovaginal candidiasis
Adult: As vaginal cream: 1 applicatorful (about 6 g of 15% cream) once or bid for 30 days. As vaginal suppository: 1 suppository (1.05 g) bid for 7 days.
Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) is an antibacterial medication. It fights bacteria in your body.
Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) vaginal is used to treat vaginal candida (yeast) infections.
Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) vaginal may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Usual Adult Dose for Vaginal Candidiasis
Cream: 1 applicatorful (about 6 g) intravaginally once or twice a day for 30 days
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
Because Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) topical is absorbed from the vaginal mucosa, the usual precautions for oral sulfonamides apply. Patients should be observed for skin rash or evidence of systemic toxicity. Therapy should be discontinued if local or systemic manifestations of sulfonamide toxicity or sensitivity occur.
Patients should be advised to discontinue Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) topical if unusual local itching and burning occur, or other unusual symptoms develop. The medication should not be restarted without further consultation.
Vaginal applicators or inserters should be used with caution after the seventh month of pregnancy.
Safety and effectiveness have not been established in pediatric patients (less than 18 years of age).
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Symptoms should improve within a few days but therapy should be continued for 30 days.
For hygienic purposes, douching with a suitable solution may be recommended before insertion.
Individual intolerance.
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What is the most important information I should know about Sulfanilamide (Osarcid)?
AVC should not be used in patients known to be sensitive to this product or to the sulfonamides.
Use Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Your doctor may instruct you to douche before using Sulfanilamide (Osarcid). Follow your doctor's instructions for douching. Do not douche while using Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) without first checking with your doctor.
- To clear up your infection completely, continue using Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) for the full course of treatment even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any doses.
- If you miss a dose of Sulfanilamide (Osarcid), use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Sulfanilamide (Osarcid).
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.This medication is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. This medication is known as a sulfonamide antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection.
How to use Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) vaginal
This medication is for vaginal use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Use Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) usually once or twice daily or as directed by your doctor. Lie on your back with your knees toward your chest. Insert one applicator full of cream into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Slowly press the plunger of the applicator all the way in to apply the cream. If you have itching/burning around the outside of the vagina (vulva), apply some cream to that area as well. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions on the use of this medication.
Continue to use this medication every day for the full time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a few days or if your menstrual period starts. Stopping the medication too soon may allow the yeast infection to return.
Do not use tampons while using this medication. Unscented sanitary napkins may be used for your menstrual period or to protect your clothing from leakage of the medication.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or returns within 2 months after completing the treatment. Also, tell your doctor right away if you have fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, or stomach/abdominal pain. This may mean you have a more serious infection and may need another treatment.
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What other drugs will affect Sulfanilamide (Osarcid)?
The effects of some drugs can change if you take other drugs or herbal products at the same time. This can increase your risk for serious side effects or may cause your medications not to work correctly. These drug interactions are possible, but do not always occur. Your doctor or pharmacist can often prevent or manage interactions by changing how you use your medications or by close monitoring.
To help your doctor and pharmacist give you the best care, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) before starting treatment with this product. While using this product, do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any other medicines you are using without your doctor's approval.
Keep a list of all the products you use. Share the list with your doctor and pharmacist to reduce your risk for serious medication problems.
Possible allergic skin reaction:
- Dermatitis;
- Increase in temperature.
In these cases, treatment should be discontinued.
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What are the possible side effects of Sulfanilamide (Osarcid)?
Applies to Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) topical: vaginal cream
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have severe or worsening vaginal symptoms, such as itching and burning.
Although the risk of serious side effects is low when Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) is used in the vagina, side effects can occur if the medicine is absorbed into your bloodstream. Call your doctor at once if you have:
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sudden weakness or ill feeling;
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fever, chills, sore throat, mouth sores, red or swollen gums, trouble swallowing;
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headache, hunger, weakness, confusion, irritability; or
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dizziness, sweating, fast heart rate, or feeling jittery.
Common side effects may include:
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mild burning after inserting the medicine.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Sulfanilamide (Osarcid) is a molecule containing the sulfonamide functional group attached to an aniline.