Medicines (powders)

ALBUCID

Antimicrobial powder for external use in sachets

Albucid by Esco-Pharm is a pure, single-component antimicrobial powder containing 500 mg of active sulfacetamide sodium. Designed for the topical treatment of infected skin wounds, it acts as a competitive antagonist against bacterial folate synthesis to suppress microbial growth.

statusMedicinal product (OTC)
Production FormPowder in sachets
Antimicrobial powder for external use in sachets
manufactured by

"Esco-Pharm" LLC, 13 Mikoyan St., Yerevan, 0079, Republic of Armenia

Safe single-component formula

Contains 100% active substance with absolutely zero excipients, minimizing the potential risks of local allergic reactions.

Stopping bacterial reproduction

Blocks internal vital processes within microbial cells, completely stopping their reproduction and preventing infection from developing in the wound.

Wide antimicrobial spectrum

Actively counteracts dangerous Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogens, including E. coli, Chlamydia, and Toxoplasma.

Convenient targeted dosing

Sealed individual sachets protect the powder structure and offer an easy way to measure dosing according to wound dimensions.

Scientific Background

ALBUCID

Albucid powder by Esco-Pharm is a highly specialized antimicrobial preparation developed for the effective external management of infected wounds. Consisting of 100% pure sulfacetamide sodium without any chemical excipients, it delivers focused bacteriostatic treatment directly to damaged areas by suppressing bacterial folic acid synthesis. Formulated in comfortable individual sachets, it serves as a reliable solution to control mixed microflora, minimize inflammation, and support clean skin recovery.

Formulation

Active Ingredients

01

Sulfacetamide sodium

500 mg per sachet

Antimicrobial agent and sulfanilamide derivative that competitively disrupts tetrahydrofolic acid synthesis, ending microbial reproduction.

Complete Composition

fullingredients list

Complete pharmaceutical formulation breakdown

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Each sachet contains active substance: sulfacetamide sodium – 0.5 g.

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Excipients: does not contain any excipients.

medical information

indications & usage

Area of Application

Indications For Use
  • • Infected wounds of various etiologies (origins).

Method of Use

Application Instructions
  • Externally, locally. The preparation is applied by dusting the powder over the affected skin areas using a sterile gauze napkin. The required amount depends entirely on the wound area and varies from 1 to 5 sachets.

Contraindications

When Not To Use
  • • Individual hypersensitivity to sulfacetamide, sodium sulfacetamide, or any other sulfanilamide preparations.

Precautions

Safety Information
  • • Discontinue immediately at the very first symptoms of hypersensitivity.
  • • Patients with prior sensitivity to furosemide, thiazide diuretics, or sulfonylureas may show cross-sensitivity to Albucid.
  • • Avoid continuous long-term application to prevent the growth of resistant bacteria or fungi.
Technical Details

Product Specification

Product TypeAntimicrobial sulfanilamide agent for topical skin care
Packaging10 individual sachets placed in a polyethylene and cardboard outer pack
Volume10 sachets x 0.5 g (500 mg)
Shelf Life2 years (24 months)
storage conditionStore out of reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25°C
country of manufactureArmenia
manufacturer"Esco-Pharm" LLC, 13 Mikoyan St., Yerevan, 0079, Republic of Armenia
Registration DetailsRegistration certificate N 22323
certificationGMP Certified
Manufacturing StandartsGMP Certified
faq

Frequently asked Questions

The powder is clinically incompatible with silver salts. Additionally, simultaneous use with local anesthetics like novocaine, dicaine, or anesthesine directly decreases Albucid's antibacterial efficacy.