SAFEGUARDS IN USE OF TOPICAL MAFENIDE (SULFAMYLON) IN BURNED PATIENTS

Some practical guidelines are suggested for the use of Sulfamylon Acetate burn cream in major thermal injury. Knowledge and experience with the complications of this drug have permitted evolution of safeguards which lessen the incidence and minimize the severity of allergic and metabolic phenomena. Awareness of incipient acidosis and corrective measures may prevent fatal metabolic derangements. The usefulness of Sulfamylon Acetate burn cream is related to the ability of the surgeon to anticipate and prevent its complications. © 1969.