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October 06, 2008  
EDUCATION CENTER: Wound Procedures
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    Silver Sulfadiazine Dressings

    Overview
    Silver sulfadiazine cream is a topical cream clinicians use to prevent and treat infections on burns, skin graft donor sites, leg ulcers, and pressure ulcers.

    Detailed Description
    Properties in silver sulfadiazine make it an effective antibacterial agent. Silver sulfadiazine creams produce minimal side effects, which is important in treating fragile burn tissue.


    Last updated: 19-May-04

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