How much does Sulfacetamide Sodium cost?

Pricing for Sulfacetamide Sodium varies by insurance plan, dose, and pharmacy. Our database does not show a fixed cost because prices change faster than we can verify. For current pharmacy prices, check your insurance's formulary tier (in the prior-authorization section), use the GoodRx or Cost Plus Drugs deep links on this page, or ask your pharmacist to run a test claim. If a copay card is listed, it usually drops the out-of-pocket significantly for commercial insurance.

Does Sulfacetamide Sodium need prior authorization?

Sulfacetamide Sodium appears on 2 payer formularies in our database. PA requirements vary by payer — see the prior-authorization table on this page for specifics. In general, specialty and brand-name drugs are more likely to require PA than generic equivalents.

Is there a copay card or patient assistance program for Sulfacetamide Sodium?

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What is Sulfacetamide Sodium used to treat?

Sulfacetamide Sodium (generic: SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM) is indicated for Dermatitis, Acne Vulgaris, Rosacea and 2 other conditions. Click any condition name on this page for more detail.

Sulfacetamide Sodium

Generic: SULFACETAMIDE SODIUM

Verified·Apr 23, 2026

Manufacturer: Bausch Lomb
NDC: 24470-925
RxCUI: 1542377
Route: TOPICAL
ICD-10 indication: H10.0

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About Sulfacetamide Sodium

What is this medication?

Sulfacetamide sodium is a prescription sulfonamide antibiotic primarily used to treat various bacterial infections of the eyes and skin. In its ophthalmic form, it is commonly prescribed to manage conditions like bacterial conjunctivitis, which is frequently referred to as pink eye, as well as other superficial ocular infections. When formulated as a topical lotion or wash, it is often utilized to treat dermatological issues such as acne vulgaris, seborrheic dermatitis, and rosacea.

The medication works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria rather than killing them directly. It interferes with the ability of bacteria to synthesize folic acid, a nutrient essential for their growth and multiplication. By stopping the spread of the infection, it allows the body's natural immune system to clear the remaining bacteria. It is important to note that this medication is specifically effective against bacterial infections and will not work for infections caused by viruses or fungi.

Copay & patient assistance

Detailed copay and financial assistance information is not publicly available for this medication at this time. Please consult your pharmacist or the manufacturer's official patient support program for more details.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Sulfacetamide Sodium. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Jan 23, 2024

Indications and usage

INDICATIONS: This product is indicated for use in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.

Dosage and administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Wash affected areas once or twice daily, or as directed by your physician. Wet skin and liberally apply to areas to be cleansed. Massage gently into skin for 10 to 20 seconds, working into a full lather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. If skin dryness occurs, it may be controlled by rinsing product off sooner or using less frequently.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS: This product is contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product. This product is not to be used by patients with kidney disease.

Warnings

WARNINGS: Sulfonamides are known to cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome in hypersensitive individuals. Stevens-Johnson syndrome also has been reported following the use of sodium sulfacetamide topically. Cases of drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosus from topical sulfacetamide also have been reported. In one of these cases, there was a fatal outcome. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Adverse reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Reports of irritation and hypersensitivity to sodium sulfacetamide are uncommon. The following adverse reactions, reported after administration of sterile ophthalmic sodium sulfacetamide, are noteworthy: instances of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and instances of local hypersensitivity which progressed to a syndrome resembling systemic lupus erythematosus; in one case a fatal outcome was reported (see WARNINGS ).

Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.

Conditions we've indexed resources for

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Medicare Part D coverage

How Sulfacetamide Sodium appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).

Covered by plans

40%

2,189 of 5,509 plans

Most common tier

Tier 2

On 58% of covering formularies

Prior authorization required

of covering formularies

Tier	Formularies on this tier	Share
Tier 1 (preferred generic)	86	26%
Tier 2 (generic)	190	58%
Tier 3 (preferred brand)	4	1%
Tier 4 (non-preferred brand)	48	15%

Step therapy: 0% of formularies

Quantity limits: 9% of formularies

Coverage breadth: 328 of 65 formularies

How to read this:plans on the same formulary share tier + PA rules. Your specific plan's copay depends on (a) the tier above, (b) your plan's cost-share for that tier, (c) whether you're in the initial coverage phase or past the 2026 $2,000 out-of-pocket cap. For your exact plan, check its Summary of Benefits or log in to your Medicare.gov account. Copay cards don't apply to Medicare (federal law).

Prior authorization & coverage

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How this page is sourced

Drug identity verified against openFDA NDC Directory.
Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
Copay and assistance URLs verified periodically; if you hit a broken link, tell us.