Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL Solution, 473 mL
🆔 Identity & classification
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🏷️ RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Sulfonamide Antibacterial class.
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🩺 Clinical
This is a topical solution containing sodium sulfacetamide and sulfur. Sulfacetamide is an antimicrobial agent commonly used in skin care products to help address bacterial skin conditions, while sulfur is typically used to help manage excess oil and certain skin concerns. The combination is often applied directly to affected skin areas. This product is marketed without an approved FDA application.
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Aloe vera leaf is a plant extract derived from the aloe plant. It is used in medicines as a natural moisturizer and skin-soothing agent in topical formulations.
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BHT is a synthetic antioxidant that prevents fats and oils in medicines from breaking down and becoming rancid. It helps keep the product stable and effective during storage.
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Cetyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping blend oil and water components and giving products a smooth, creamy texture.
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A synthetic cleanser and emulsifier derived from oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and reduces surface tension, improving how the medicine spreads or dissolves in the formulation.
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Edetate disodium is a chemical compound that binds and removes certain metal ions. In medicines, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer by preventing metals like calcium from interfering with the product's shelf life and consistency.
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A waxy substance made from glycerin and stearic acid that acts as an emulsifier to blend oily and watery ingredients together. It also helps thicken and stabilize the medicine's texture.
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A plant extract from green tea leaves. It's used as an antioxidant ingredient to help preserve the medicine and maintain its stability during storage.
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A fine powder made from magnesium, aluminum, and silicon compounds. It absorbs moisture and helps keep medicine ingredients from clumping or separating, so the product stays stable and flows smoothly during manufacturing.
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Methylparaben is a preservative derived from benzoic acid that prevents growth of bacteria, fungi, and mold in medicines. It extends the product's shelf life and maintains safety during storage.
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A waxy substance made from polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and serves as an emulsifier and solubilizer in liquid and semi-solid medicines.
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Petrolatum is a purified mineral oil-based jelly derived from petroleum. In medicines, it acts as an emollient, lubricant, and moisture barrier to soften skin, reduce friction, and help prevent water loss from formulations.
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Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
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Propylparaben is a chemical preservative used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and personal care products. It helps extend shelf life and maintain product safety during storage.
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A gentle cleanser derived from coconut oil, sodium cocoyl isethionate serves as a surfactant and foaming agent in topical products. It helps the medicine spread evenly on skin and creates lather.
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Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate is a mild, plant-derived cleaning agent made from coconut oil and an amino acid. It's used in liquid formulations as a surfactant to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improve how the medicine spreads or is absorbed.
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Sodium thiosulfate is a salt compound used in medicines as a buffer and pH regulator. It helps stabilize the medication and may also serve as a preservative or antioxidant to maintain product quality.
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Stearyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from natural oils or made synthetically. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping mix ingredients together and give the product the right texture.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
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Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.
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| Price system | Per mL | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | $0.067 | $31.74 / 473 ml |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | $0.1451 | $68.63 / 473 ml |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mLthis 42192-0133-16 | Acella | 473 ml | $0.067 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% and Sulfur 4% Cleanser 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL 58657-0469-16 | Method | 473 ml | $0.067 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL 69367-0245-16 | Westminster | 473 ml | $0.067 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur 40 mg/mL; 80 mg/mL 24470-0951-16 | Cintex | 473 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide And Sulfur 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL 44523-0624-16 | BioComp | 473 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur 40 mg/mL; 80 mg/mL 52187-0531-16 | KMM | 473 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% and Sulfur 4% 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL 71399-0487-06 | Akron | 473 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% and Sulfur 4% Cleanser 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL 72162-2247-02 | Bryant | 473 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% Sulfur 4% CLEANSER 80 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL 83720-0542-16 | Oncor | 473 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur 80 mg/g; 40 mg/g 87026-0203-16 | Aspen | 473 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 42192-0133-16 You're viewing this | 473 mL in 1 BOTTLE (42192-133-16) | 2011-05-13 | Active |
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📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
INDICATIONS: Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension is indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Apply Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension once or twice daily to affected areas, or as directed by your physician. Wet skin and liberally apply to areas to be cleansed. Massage gently into skin for 10-20 seconds, working into a full lather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. If drying occurs, it may be controlled by rinsing off Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension sooner or using less often.
⛔ Contraindications ▾
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension is contraindicated for use by patients having known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, sulfur or ony other component of this preparation. Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension is not to be used by patients with kidney disease.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
WARNINGS: Although rare, sensitivity to sodium sulfacetaminde may occur. Therefore, caution and careful supervision should be observed when prescribing this drug for patients who may be prone to hypersensitivity to topical sulfonamides. Systemic toxic reactions such as agranulocytosis, acute hemolytic anemia, purpura hemorrhagica, drug fever, jaundice and contact dermatitis indicate hypersensitivity to sulfonamides.
Particular caution should be employed if areas of denuded or abraded skin are involved. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY . Keep away from eyes.
Keep out of reach of children. Keep container tightly closed.
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
ADVERSE REACTIONS: Although rare, sodium sulfacetamide may cause local irritation.
🤰 Pregnancy ▾
PREGNANCY: Category C. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension. It is not known whether Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
🧒 Pediatric Use ▾
PEDIATRIC USE: Safety and effectiveness in children under the age of 12 have not been established.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY: The most widely accepted mechanism of action of sulfonamides is the Woods-Fildes theory, which is based on the fact that sulfonamides act as competitive antagonists to para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA), an essential component for bacterial growth. While absorption through intact skin has not been determined, sodium sulfacetamide is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract when taken orally and excreted in the urine, largely unchanged. The biological half-life has variously been reported as 7 to 12.8 hours.
The exact mode of action of sulfur in the treatment of acne is not known, but it has been reported that it inhibits the growth of Propionibacterium acnes and the formation of free fatty acids.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
HOW SUPPLIED: Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension is available in 16 fl oz (473 mL) bottles, NDC 42192-133-16.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Protect from freezing.
📋 Description ▾
DESCRIPTION: Sodium sulfacetamide is a sulfonamide with antibacterial activity while sulfur acts as a keratolytic agent. Chemically sodium sulfacetamide is N-[(4-aminophenyl) sulfonyl]-acetamide, monosodium salt, monohydrate. The structural formula is: Each mL of Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% - Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension contains 80 mg of Sodium Sulfacetamide and 40 mg of Sulfur in a formulation containing purified water, sodium cocoyl isethionate, disodium oleamido MIPA sulfosuccinate, green tea extract, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, propylene glycol, methylparaben, propylparaben, butylated hydroxytoluene, aloe vera gel, sodium thiosulfate, disodium EDTA, magnesium aluminum silicate, xanthan gum, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, white petrolatum.
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💬 Information for Patients ▾
Information for patients Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips and mucous membranes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse with water. If excessive irritation develops, discontinue use and consult your physician.