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Furacin (Nitrofurazone) is a medication used to treat Burns, Clostridium Infections, Escherichia Coli Infections, Proteus Infections.

Nitrofurazone · by Shire

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Key facts

Active ingredient
Nitrofurazone
Form
Topical, Powder
Strength
Nitrofurazone 0.2%
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Shire
FDA application
NDA005795
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Topical and Powder

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Furacin treat?
Furacin (Nitrofurazone) may be used to treat burns, clostridium infections, escherichia coli infections, proteus infections, staphylococcal skin infections, streptococcal infections, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
Is there a coupon or discount for Furacin?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Furacin. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Furacin?
Furacin is marketed by Shire. You can see Shire's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Furacin a brand-name or generic drug?
Furacin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Nitrofurazone.
Is Furacin available over the counter?
No. Furacin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Furacin come in?
Furacin is currently marketed as topical and powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Furacin FDA-registered?
Furacin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA005795. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Furacin been recalled by the FDA?
Furacin has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Furacin safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Furacin. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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