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Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% Sulfur 4% for Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions

ICD-10 L21

Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% Sulfur 4% is used in the treatment of dandruff, cradle cap, and other scalp conditions, based on its FDA-labeled indications.

Your scalp is the skin on the top of your head. Unless you have hair loss , hair grows on your scalp. Different skin problems can affect your scalp. Dandruff is a flaking of the skin. The flakes are yellow or white. Dandruff may make your scalp feel itchy. It usually starts after… More on Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions →

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How Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% Sulfur 4% is used

Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% and Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension is indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.

Dosage

Apply Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% and 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% and Sulfur 4% Topical Suspension sooner or using less often.

Warnings

Although rare, sensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide 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.

Side effects

Although rare, sodium sulfacetamide may cause local irritation. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

ICD-10 codes for Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions

L21

Other medications for Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions

Sulfacetamide Sodium, SulfurSulfacetamide Sodium and SulfurCiclopiroxItraconazoleTerbinafineGriseofulvinSodium Sulfacetamide and SulfurEconazole

Frequently asked questions

Is Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% Sulfur 4% used to treat Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions?

Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% Sulfur 4% is used in the treatment of dandruff, cradle cap, and other scalp conditions. Use it only as prescribed — your clinician decides whether it's right for you.

What ICD-10 codes apply to Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions?

Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions is coded in ICD-10-CM as L21.

Informational only, drawn from FDA labeling and NIH MedlinePlus — not medical advice. Talk to your clinician about whether Sodium Sulfacetamide 8% Sulfur 4% is right for you.

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