What is sulfur topical?
Topical sulfur causes drying and peeling of the skin. This allows excess oil and dirt to be easily washed away.
Sulfur topical is used to treat acne.
Sulfur topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about sulfur topical?
Do not use sulfur on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin or on open wounds.
Avoid abrasive, harsh, or drying soaps and cleansers while using sulfur topical.
Who should not use sulfur topical?
Do not use sulfur topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin. It could make these conditions much worse. Also avoid using sulfur topical on wounds or on areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.
Do not use sulfur topical during treatment with other topical acne products unless otherwise directed with your doctor. The combination could lead to severe skin irritation.
It is not known whether sulfur topical will harm an unborn baby. Do not use sulfur topical without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is also not known whether sulfur passes into breast milk. Do not use sulfur topical without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.