Sulfadiazine: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring
Sulfadiazine Tablets are indicated in the following conditions: Chancroid Trachoma Inclusion conjunctivitis Nocardiosis Urinary tract infections (primarily pyelonephritis, pyelitis and cystitis) in the absence of obstruc
- Data source
- FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (label 6032d6f7…)
- Label version
- current
- Last reviewed
- 2026
Reported adverse reactions
Reactions listed in current FDA labeling, with the highest frequency reported across summarized placebo-controlled trials.
No structured frequency data available in current labeling. Consult the official label.
Labeled uses (from FDA prescribing information)
Sulfadiazine Tablets are indicated in the following conditions: Chancroid Trachoma Inclusion conjunctivitis Nocardiosis Urinary tract infections (primarily pyelonephritis, pyelitis and cystitis) in the absence of obstructive uropathy or foreign bodies, when these infections are caused by susceptible strains of the following organisms: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella species, Enterobacter species, Staphylococcus aureus, Proteus mirabilis and P. vulgaris . Sulfadiazine should be used for urinary tract infections only after use of more soluble sulfonamides has been unsuccessful. Toxoplasmosis encephalitis in patients with and without acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, as adjunctive therapy with pyrimethamine. Malaria due to chloroquine-resistant strains of Plasmodium falciparum , when used as adjunctive therapy. Prophylaxis of meningococcal meningitis when sulfonamide-sensitive group A strains are known to prevail in family groups or larger closed populations (the prophylactic usefulness of sulfonamides when group B or C infections are prevalent is not proved and may be harmful in closed population groups). Meningococcal meningitis, when the organism has been demonstrated to be suscepti…
Conditions associated with Sulfadiazine in labeling
Conjunctivitis
Inflammation of the conjunctiva (pink eye) caused by infection or allergy, causing redness, itching, and disch...
Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
A bacterial infection of the kidneys, usually ascending from the bladder, causing fever, flank pain, and urina...
Meningitis
Inflammation of the membranes around the brain and spinal cord, usually caused by infection. Can be life-threa...
Meningococcal meningitis
Meningococcal meningitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Nocardiosis
Nocardiosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Urinary Tract Infection
An infection of the bladder or urinary tract, more common in women, causing burning with urination, frequency,...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulfadiazine used for?
FDA labeling lists the approved uses shown above under "Labeled uses." This summary is informational; only a qualified prescriber can determine whether a medication is appropriate for you.
What are the most commonly reported side effects of Sulfadiazine?
Current labeling for this ingredient does not include a structured frequency table that we can reproduce. Review the official label linked below.
Does Sulfadiazine require lab monitoring?
Monitoring needs vary. Ask your healthcare provider whether any lab tests apply while taking Sulfadiazine.
Where does this information come from?
All clinical facts on this page were extracted from the current FDA-registered product labeling for this ingredient, published by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. See the source link below.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content extracted from public FDA labeling. Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.