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Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur for Acne

ICD-10 L70

Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur is used in the treatment of acne, based on its FDA-labeled indications.

Acne is a common skin disease that causes pimples. Pimples form when hair follicles under your skin clog up. Most pimples form on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. Anyone can get acne, but it is common in teenagers and young adults. It is not serious, but it can cause s… More on Acne →

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How Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur is used

INDICATIONS: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream is indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Wash affected areas once or twice daily, or as directed by your physician. Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Wet skin and liberally apply to areas to be treated, 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 wash off sooner or using less often.

Warnings

WARNINGS: Sensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide may occur, although it is rare. 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 tube tightly closed.

Side effects

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Although rare, Sulfacetamide Sodium may cause local irritation.

ICD-10 codes for Acne

L70

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur used to treat Acne?

Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Sodium Sulfacetamide and Sulfur is used in the treatment of acne. Use it only as prescribed — your clinician decides whether it's right for you.

What ICD-10 codes apply to Acne?

Acne is coded in ICD-10-CM as L70.

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

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