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Sodium Sulfacetamide 9.8% Sulfur 4.8% for Acne

ICD-10 L70

Sodium Sulfacetamide 9.8% Sulfur 4.8% 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 9.8% Sulfur 4.8% is used

INDICATIONS Sodium Sulfacetamide 9.8% & Sulfur 4.8% Cleanser is indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.

Dosage

Wash affected areas once or twice daily, or as directed by your physician. Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Wet skin and leberally apply to areas to be cleansed, massage gently into skin for 10-20 seconds working into a full leather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. If drying occurs, it may be controlled by rinsing cleanser off sooner or using less often. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR INTRAVAGINAL OR OPTHALMIC USE. (KEEP AWAY FROM EYES). KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN (Shake well before use)

Warnings

WARNINGS Although it is 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

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

ICD-10 codes for Acne

L70

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sodium Sulfacetamide 9.8% Sulfur 4.8% used to treat Acne?

Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Sodium Sulfacetamide 9.8% Sulfur 4.8% 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 9.8% Sulfur 4.8% is right for you.

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