Nitrofural or nitrofurazone is a topical anti-infective agent effective against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used for superficial wounds, burns, ulcers, and skin infections. Nitrofural has also been administered orally in the treatment of trypanosomiasis. Except for topical drug products formulated for dermatologic application, the FDA withdrew its approval for the use of drug products containing nitrofurazone.[L43942]
Synonyms
Nitrofurazone
Nitrofural
5-Nitro-2-furaldehyde semicarbazone
Furacilin
Indication
For the treatment of bacterial skin infections including pyodermas, infected dermatoses and infections of cuts, wounds, burns and ulcers due to susceptible organisms.
Categories
Agents Against Leishmaniasis and Trypanosomiasis
Anti-Infective Agents
Antiparasitic Products, Insecticides and Repellents
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