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Description

Sulfaguanidine is an antibiotic drug used to treat bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is usually taken orally, but can also be given intravenously.

Common side effects of sulfaguanidine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, dizziness, and rash. More serious side effects may include fever, chills, sore throat, and yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Brand names associated with sulfaguanidine include: Sulfamethazine, Sulfamethoxazole, Sulfamethoxypyridazine, Sulfamethoxypyridazine-Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxypyridazine-Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole, and Sulfamethoxypyridazine-Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole-Sulfamethoxypyridazine.

Synonyms

• solfaguanidina
• sulfaguanidine
• sulfaguanidinum
• sulfamidinum
• sulginum
• sulphaguanidine

Classifications

• anti-infective
• gastrointestinal
• sulfonamide

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