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Silver Nitrate .005 g/mL

Silver Nitrate · SOLUTION · Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.

2 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Silver nitrate solution is a topical medication applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes to treat conditions such as warts, granulation tissue, and certain types of wounds or lesions. It works by chemically cauterizing or destroying abnormal tissue growth.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Silver Nitrate
Generic Name
Silver Nitrate
NDC Code (Product)
0093-9614
Manufacturer
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
Strength
.005 g/mL
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Marketing Start
01/01/1991

Recall History

2 Recalls on Record
Class II04/13/2022

Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office

cGMP deviations: Temperature abuse

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/12/2016

Walter's Pharmacy

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

fatigue26 reports
drug ineffective25 reports
diarrhoea23 reports
on and off phenomenon22 reports
stoma site discharge21 reports
dyskinesia19 reports
stoma site erythema19 reports
fibroma18 reports
hallucination18 reports
memory impairment18 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

INDICATIONS On the skin, applications of silver nitrate are recommended for cauterization of wounds and sluggish ulcers, also for removal of granulation tissue and warts. On mucous membranes, silver nitrate may be applied to small ulcers and aphthae in the mouth resulting from injury or stomatitis, to infected tonsils, to rectal fissures and fistulae, and to vaginal or cervical ulcerations or erosions. Epistaxis may be controlled by direct application to the site of hemorrhage within the nostrils.

Dosage & Administration

APPLICATION ARZOL may be applied direct to mucous membranes and other moist surfaces. In the case of dry skin, the applicator tip should be dipped in water immediately before use. Apply carefully to the area to be treated. DO NOT USE ON THE EYES.

Warnings

SIDE EFFECTS Silver nitrate blackens the tissues to which it is applied but this discoloration gradually disappears. In the case of applicators, poisoning from ingestion is rare.

Adverse Reactions

HAZARDS Long continued applications to large areas may produce argyria, a slate-blue discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silver Nitrate used for?

Silver nitrate solution is a topical medication applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes to treat conditions such as warts, granulation tissue, and certain types of wounds or lesions. It works by chemically cauterizing or destroying abnormal tissue growth.

Is Silver Nitrate a controlled substance?

Silver Nitrate is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Silver Nitrate?

The generic name for Silver Nitrate is Silver Nitrate. There are 10 other brand versions of Silver Nitrate.

What is the NDC code for Silver Nitrate .005 g/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Silver Nitrate .005 g/mL is 0093-9614, listed by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc..

Product NDC

0093-9614

Package NDC

0093-9614-13

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