Sulfa-urea Cream

General Drug Information and Indications

Topical combination of sulfonamide/urea for antimicrobial and keratolytic wound treatment in horses. Topical wound compound: sulfonamide antibacterial (inhibits bacterial folate synthesis) + urea (humectant, keratolytic — denatures proteins loosening necrotic tissue). Combined antimicrobial and debridement actions for infected necrotic wounds in horses. Key information Topical sulfanilamide/urea compound. For topical wound/skin use only. Wear gloves. Sulfonamide component — allergy possible.

How to Give this Medication

Topical wound preparation: apply to wound surface using gloved applicator. May apply under non-adherent dressing. External use only. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next application, skip it and resume the normal schedule. Do not apply extra product to compensate.

Side Effects

Topical: local skin/wound irritation. Contact sensitization (rare). Urea: keratolytic on normal tissue with excessive use.

Precautions

For animals External wound use — for topical application only. For people handling this medication Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Topical sulfonamide/urea — wear gloves. Sulfonamide allergy risk.

Overdose

If excessive product was applied, wash the area thoroughly with mild soap and water. Contact your veterinarian if the animal shows any signs of irritation, lethargy, tremors, or other unusual behavior. Sulfonamide component — avoid in sulfa-sensitive animals. Contact your veterinarian.

Sulfa-urea Cream dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
SULFA-UREA CREAM 3.9% SULFANILAMIDE, 3.9% SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM, 10% UREA CREAM3.9% SULFANILAMIDE, 3.9% SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM, 10% UREACream1Compound

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Compounding pharmacy formulation; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)