Synopsis A clinical study demonstrates that 1% silver sulfadiazine appears be an effective and safe alternative to antibiotics in the management of wound infections which are potentially contaminated among children, 2 to <18 years of age. This week's ' MED FACT ' discusses a clinical trial from Journal of Trauma & Treatment, “ The Effectiveness and Safety of 1% Silver Sulfadiazine (Flammazine) Cream in Preventing Infection in Potentially Contaminated Traumatic Wounds among Pediatric Patients 2 To <18 Years Old: An Open-Label, Single-Arm Phase 3 Clinical Trial ”. September 2017. Authors : Capeding Z.

R. M; Alberto E; Guerrero J. Key Takeaways 1% silver sulfadiazine is an effective and safe alternative to antibiotics in the management of wound infections. Objective Study Type Participants To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of silver sulfadiazine in preventing infection in…