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AVAR LS 100 mg/g

SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM, SULFUR · EMULSION · Mission Pharmacal Company

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Plain English

AVAR LS is a emulsion containing sulfacetamide sodium, sulfur at 100 mg/g, taken topical. Manufactured by Mission Pharmacal Company.

Key Facts

Brand Name
AVAR LS
Generic Name
SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM, SULFUR
NDC Code (Product)
0178-0475
Manufacturer
Mission Pharmacal Company
Strength
100 mg/g
Dosage Form
EMULSION
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Marketing Start
09/15/2011

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody positive vasculitis2 reports
brain stem ischaemia2 reports
iiird nerve paralysis2 reports
abdominal pain upper1 reports
acne1 reports
alopecia1 reports
asthma1 reports
chronic kidney disease1 reports
dermatitis atopic1 reports
diarrhoea1 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

INDICATIONS: This product is indicated for use in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.

Dosage & Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Shake well before using. Wash affected areas once or twice daily, or as directed by your physician. Wet skin and liberally apply to areas to be cleansed. Massage gently into skin for 10 to 20 seconds, working into a full lather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. If skin dryness occurs, it may be controlled by rinsing product off sooner or using less frequently.

Warnings

WARNINGS: Sulfonamides are known to cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome in hypersensitive individuals. Stevens-Johnson syndrome also has been reported following the use of sodium sulfacetamide topically. Cases of drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosus from topical sulfacetamide also have been reported. In one of these cases, there was a fatal outcome. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS: This product is contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product. This product is not to be used by patients with kidney disease.

Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Reports of irritation and hypersensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide are uncommon. The following adverse reactions, reported after administration of sterile ophthalmic sodium sulfacetamide, are noteworthy: instances of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and instances of local hypersensitivity which progressed to a syndrome resembling systemic lupus erythematosus; in one case a fatal outcome was reported (see WARNINGS).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AVAR LS used for?

AVAR LS contains SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM, SULFUR. It is a emulsion taken topical. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is AVAR LS a controlled substance?

AVAR LS is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for AVAR LS?

The generic name for AVAR LS is SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM, SULFUR. There are 11 other brand versions of SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM, SULFUR.

What is the NDC code for AVAR LS 100 mg/g?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for AVAR LS 100 mg/g is 0178-0475, listed by Mission Pharmacal Company.