Compare Silvadene vs. Bactroban
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
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Treats certain skin infections and kills bacteria in the nose.
Compared to over-the-counter first aid topical antibiotics, Bactroban (mupirocin) can kill a larger variety of bacteria and is a good alternative if you're allergic to certain ingredients in OTC products.
Upsides
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- Can kill more types of bacteria than over-the-counter first aid topical antibiotics.
- Works well at preventing resistant bacteria (bacteria that is hard to treat) in your nose from spreading to other areas.
- Is generally a tolerable medicine. Few people experience side effects.
Downsides
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- May be more expensive than some over-the-counter first-aid topical antibiotics.
- You have to remember to apply this 3 times a day for skin infections, and 2 times a day for bacteria in the nose.
Used for
- Burn
- Wound care
- Impetigo
- Secondary skin infections
- MRSA colonization in the nostrils
- Surgical prophylaxis in MRSA carriers
Dosage forms
- Cream, gel, or ointment
- Cream
- Ointment
Price
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$8.89
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Side effects
The Silvadene (Silver Sulfadiazine) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
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- Allergic reaction
- Eye irritation
- Irritation at the application site
- Severe diarrhea
- New bacteria or fungi
- Long-term use of Bactroban (mupirocin)
- Use in the nose