Topical antibioticPrescription only
Silver Sulfadiazine
Cream
Quick Summary
Silver sulfadiazine kills bacteria on burned skin.
Burns
Medical Uses
Burns: Preventing infection, under medical care.
How it's taken
Apply to cleaned burns as directed by a health professional.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you and how long to take it.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you. Follow their instructions and the label.
Common Side Effects
Burning or itching
Sometimes.
Skin discolouration
Rarely.
Blood changes
Rarely with large burns.
Interactions
Few interactions
Generally.
Critical Warnings
Sulfa allergy
Don't use if allergic.
Newborns and late pregnancy
Not used.
Sources and further reading
Last updated 21 October 2026. For more detail, see these trusted health organisations.
- Silver Sulfadiazine: drug information(opens in a new tab) · MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine