Does Silvadene Turn Skin Black

Silver sulfadiazene cream (Silvadene®) does indeed turn black as the silver ion oxidizes. However, the black pigments are not incorporated into the healing skin. Permanent skin discoloration is not from using silver sulfadizene on burn wounds.

Does Silvadene cream cause discoloration?

burning, or. itching of the treated skin, upset stomach, or. discoloration (brown/gray/blue) of skin and mucous membranes (such as the gums).

Why is my burn turning dark?

Third-degree burns They can appear ashen or charred black or brown. If the burn has damaged nerve endings, the patient may have no sensation of pain. Causes can be hot oil, friction, touching hot surfaces such as a stove, curling iron or a motorcycle muffler or even a chemical burn.