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Bleph-10 Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Sulfacetamide sodium 10%; oph. soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
Sulfonamide antibiotic.
How Supplied
Soln—5mL, 10mL
Manufacturer
Bleph-10 Indications
Indications
Susceptible infections of conjunctiva and cornea. Adjunct in trachoma.
Bleph-10 Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<2months: not recommended. ≥2months: Conjunctivitis: 1–2 drops every 2–3 hrs during the day (less often at night). Trachoma: 2 drops every 2 hrs w. systemic therapy.
Bleph-10 Contraindications
Not Applicable
Bleph-10 Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Bleph-10 Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Purulent exudates may inactivate drug. Discontinue if hypersensitivity or rash occurs. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Bleph-10 Pharmacokinetics
Elimination
Half-life: 7–12.8 hours.
Bleph-10 Interactions
Interactions
Incompatible with silver-containing preparations. May be antagonized by PABA.
Bleph-10 Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local irritation, stinging, burning, superinfection, sensitization.
Bleph-10 Clinical Trials
See Literature
Bleph-10 Note
Not Applicable
Bleph-10 Patient Counseling
See Literature
