True about Mafenide :: (A) Can penetrate eschars, (B) Doesn't cause burning sensation when applied to raw surface, (C) Can be used orally, (D) May cause metabolic acidosis
Answer is D. Ans. D, May cause metabolic acidosisMafenide:Typical sulpHonamide.Used only totally-inhibits a variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.Biggest limitation - Produces burning sensation and severe pain when applied to raw surface.Mainly employed for bunt dressing to prevent infection, but not to heat already infected cases.