Silver sulfadiazine, a combination of silver and a sulfa drug, is used to
A) disinfect water for drinking.
B) prevent infection of surgical wounds.
C) prevent infection of second- and third-degree burns.
D) counteract lead poisoning.
E) prevent ophthalmia neonatorum in babies.

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Silver sulfadiazine is commonly used to prevent infection of second- and third-degree burns. It works by killing bacteria and fungi that may lead to infection, and also has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation and pain. It is not used for disinfecting water, preventing surgical wound infections, counteracting lead poisoning, or preventing ophthalmia neonatorum.

Silver Sulfadiazine, a Combination of Silver and a Sulfa Drug