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Sul-3 is an anti-infective used to treat certain vaginal infections.
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Sultrin Triple Sulfa, Triple Sulfa Vaginal, Trysul, Alba Gyn, Tri-Sul, Triple Sulfa, Romisulf
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sul-3
Sultrin Triple Sulfa, Triple Sulfa Vaginal, Trysul, Alba Gyn, Tri-Sul, Triple Sulfa, Romisulf
Uses
Sul-3 is an anti-infective used to treat certain vaginal infections.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Sul-3 may be harmful if swallowed.
How To Use
- Sul-3 is for vaginal use only.
- Fill the applicator provided with the medication.
- Insert the applicator high into the vagina and press the plunger to release the medication.
- Clean the applicator with warm soapy water and rinse well.
- A detailed instruction sheet should be provided with the medication.
- Review the instructions and be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
- Continue using Sul-3 for as long as prescribed to ensure the infection is cleared.
- Stopping therapy too soon may result in a re-infection.
Side Effects
- Sul-3 may cause vaginal itching or burning.
- These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
- If they continue or become bothersome, contact your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: a skin rash, vaginal irritation.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have: kidney problems, allergies (especially to antibiotics).
- Sul-3 should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Since small amounts of Sul-3 are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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