SSD AF Topical and Thalidomide

• Generic Name: silver sulfadiazine topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Silvadene, SSD, Thermazene, SSD AF

Silver sulfadiazine cream is used to prevent and treat wound infections in patients with second- and third-degree burns. Patients with severe burns or burns over a large area of the body must be treated in a hospital.

Silver sulfadiazine is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria or preventing its growth.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: thalidomide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Thalomid

Thalidomide is used together with dexamethasone to treat multiple myeloma (bone marrow cancer). Thalidomide is also used to treat and prevent moderate to severe skin lesions caused by leprosy.

Thalidomide is available only in a 28-day supply from a certified pharmacy under a special program. You must be registered in the program and agree to use birth control as required.

Thalidomide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.