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Silmax 1% Ointment

ContainsSilver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w)
Store below 30C
MRP₹27.9420% OFF
₹22.35

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Packaging:20.0 gm in 1 tube
Silmax 1% Ointment – Silver Sulfadiazine (1% w/w) 1 mg by Malar Healthcare
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Chemical ClassSulfonamides
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassSulphonamides

About Silmax 1% Ointment

Silmax 1% Ointment is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to prevent and treat infections of burn wounds. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms.Silmax 1% Ointment is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin, after cleaning the wound. Use it as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.Use of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as burning sensation, itching, irritation, and swelling at the site of application. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Some people may develop a decreased white blood cell count while using this medicine. Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms that do not go away or get worse.Before using it, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts during treatment.

How It Works

Silmax 1% Ointment is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to prevent and treat infections of burn wounds. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms.Silmax 1% Ointment is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin, after cleaning the wound. Use it as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.Use of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as burning sensation, itching, irritation, and swelling at the site of application. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Some people may develop a decreased white blood cell count while using this medicine. Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms that do not go away or get worse.Before using it, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts during treatment.

How to Use

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Storage

Store below 30C

Composition of Silmax 1% Ointment

Uses of Silmax 1% Ointment

Burns

Key Benefits of Silmax 1% Ointment

  • In Burns Silmax 1% Ointment helps in the prevention and treatment of infections during treatment of burns. It is also used as an antiseptic in minor cuts and abrasions. It kills the infectious microorganisms, reduces inflammation symptoms such as burning sensation, irritation and pain. This promotes healing of the burns/wounds. Continue using it as directed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side Effects of Silmax 1% Ointment

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
  • Decreased white blood cell count

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Silmax 1% Ointment

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Silmax 1% Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast Feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Silmax 1% Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Silmax 1% Ointment is good in the treatment of burns. It is used in to prevent and treat burn infection.

Yes, Silmax 1% Ointment is used to treat severe sun burns.

Silmax 1% Ointment is a topical antimicrobial agent used to prevent and treat infection of burns. It has no known effects on scars

Silver sulfadiazine is a topical antimicrobial agent used as an adjunct to prevent and treat infection of burns. Its use on the face is usually avoided. Hence, it is not recommended for acne

Silver sulfadiazine treats the infection associated with burns, thereby reducing pain and inflammation. It has no direct effect on pain.

Usually, Silmax 1% Ointment starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

No, do not stop taking Silmax 1% Ointment and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Yes, Silmax 1% Ointment can cause a temporary staining of skin.

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Medical information standards

Educational product information for Silmax 1% Ointment. Not a substitute for advice from your treating doctor or healthcare provider.

Reviewed by
Nitin Kumar, D.Pharm (UPPC Reg: 63405)Lead Registered Pharmacist · 11 years clinical experience · Drug licence RLF21DL2025001406, RLF20DL2025001420. See our medical review policy.
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